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Lupe IllustrativeSan Antonio · 18h
Drawing of Lupe concentrating as she paints a tiny gold crown on Grandpa Ray's thumbnail at her pastel salon, Ray beaming proudly.
Lupe Illustrative@nailsbylupe · San Antonio · 18h

Mr. Ray asked for “something dignified.” Clear coat and one tiny gold crown on the thumb. He has shown it to everyone at the bank.

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Miss Lupe, the tellers at the bank were very impressed. Sincerely, Ray.

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Ray with a crown thumb. The world is healing.

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