Thank You Page

A thanks to:

All the art galleries and comedy shows that allowed me to display art and perform in a show
All the journalists who wrote articles about me
My parents Patty Trom Bird and Mike Bird for making my exhibit at the Octagon a success by inviting their friends
Momentum for giving me the materials and opportunity to do an immersive art exhibit
Julia Franklin for helping me carve my wood figures for my immersive exhibit
Jill Wells for helping me pick my paint for my wood figures
Maria Cervantes at the Des Moines Art Center for giving me tips to improve my drawing skills
The guests at the Mainframe Studios immersive art exhibit and Johnston Library for making thoughtful comments in the discussion board
Arthur Johnson, a former teacher of Pella, Iowa’s Central College, who taught me how to write true stories
Anyone who made a quote of praise on my quotes of praise page of my website
My brother and his wife Sam and Amanda Bird for giving me this website for Christmas
Users of the website Critique Circle for giving me helpful feedback on my stories
My North River Arts Council for giving feedback on my drawings and introducing me to Sticker Mule
Anyone who has read or listened to my stories for considering my opinion
My employer the USPS for allowing me to take the graveyard shift, which allowed me to attend art events during the day without scheduling conflicts, and for allowing me to take time off to attend my art exhibits far away from where I live.
Anyone who has encouraged me to follow my dreams