acrylic on paper greeting card
4 x 6 1/4 inches

Here is a birthday card straight from the store shelf - a kid eating a chocolate bar; it's ok, but some kids prefer something with more flavor.

It wasn't really mentioned in the books or movies, but Hannibal Lecter had, and abandoned a love child. Since the doctor took no part in raising the girl, I think this photo supports the theory for a genetic component to his cannibalistic behavior. Little Hannah is already proving herself quite adept at multitasking; as here she rids the neighborhood of "that mean Billy Lawson" who lives down on the corner, while simultaneously harvesting yet another piece of "fabric" for that special coat she's making... a coat that when finally worn will bring her the rebirth that she knows she needs.

Happy birthday indeed, Hannah!