This cartoon by Frank Shiers was printed in the April 26, 2013, edition of the Federal Way Mirror.
Why are you hugging me so tight? | Shiers
This cartoon by Frank Shiers was printed in the April 26, 2013, edition of the Federal Way Mirror.
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