September 13, 2013

For Tyler

(This post is for a friend of mine's son who is a little worried about monsters in his closet at night).

Hello, Tyler!
This is Gus.  He likes closets because sometimes he finds fun and unusual (for a monster ;)) things to wear.  He found these recently and decided to try them on.

What do you think?  Oh, and by the way, Gus keeps a little glow stick handy because well, you know, closets can be DARK!

Gus says, "Hi!"

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47 comments:

  1. MichellemSeptember 13, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    Gus looks embarrassed to be caught in a tutu! Great illustration!

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    1. Elizabeth Rose StantonSeptember 13, 2013 at 10:00 AM

      Yes, Gus isn't quite sure about this one ;) Thanks, Michelle!

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  2. the dogs' motherSeptember 13, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    I wondered where my daughter's ballet shoes had gone to...

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  3. SuzeSeptember 13, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    I was talking to my brother about your work last night. He had a distinct memory of the gifts you gave little one and me last year at this time. I was boasting about you, really. Saying that you not only had exquisitely-honed skill but that you were a visionary.

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Elizabeth, how compassionate of you to give this truly, ugly, plump monster real, skinny ballerina legs and a perfect ballerina position. Well done.
    Could your ballerina perform an anti rain dance for me (see my blog)? I would appreciate that so much!

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    1. Elizabeth Rose StantonSeptember 16, 2013 at 9:14 AM

      He did. Looks like the show was a success...I hope it helped :)

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  5. Lisa G.September 13, 2013 at 12:44 PM


    :-D

    Lisa G.

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  6. Rod MacGregorSeptember 13, 2013 at 1:06 PM

    I like him...he looks harmless for a child eating monster...especially in that get up!

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    1. Elizabeth Rose StantonSeptember 16, 2013 at 9:10 AM

      Yes...the outfit has distracted him from his normal duties ;)

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  7. Castles Crowns and CottagesSeptember 13, 2013 at 4:10 PM

    WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA! Oh he is PERFECT, ELIZABETH!Love it so. Anita

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    1. Elizabeth Rose StantonSeptember 16, 2013 at 9:13 AM

      Gus and I are so pleased that you do, Anita :) Thank you!

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  8. Dear FirefliesSeptember 13, 2013 at 4:24 PM

    Oooh... I want Gus in my closet! ♥♥♥

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  9. Studio at the FarmSeptember 13, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    I KNOW Tyler will be so relieved to only have to think about a green, horned monster, dressed up in a tutu and point shoes, in his closet. Oh yes, with a glow stick handy!!! Beth, you are hilarious!!!
    Kathryn

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    1. Elizabeth Rose StantonSeptember 16, 2013 at 9:08 AM

      I think Tyler, little as he is, has a good sense of humor. I know his dad certainly does. Glad you are amused, K. :)

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  10. BrittaSeptember 13, 2013 at 11:13 PM

    'Dear little Tyler, protect me, please -
    everytime someone comes near my wardrobe
    my heart beats, I freeze!
    If you will look after me, I'll not make a fuss,
    I am so proud of you, Tyler. Thank you! Your Gus.'

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  11. Susanna Leonard HillSeptember 14, 2013 at 4:14 AM

    Gus has excellent taste in tutus :)

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  12. AnonymousSeptember 14, 2013 at 6:56 AM

    Lovely tutu and wonderful gesture!!!

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    1. Elizabeth Rose StantonSeptember 16, 2013 at 9:05 AM

      Putting on the tutu made Gus feel like quite the ballerina. He's in character ;)

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  13. robin cox walshSeptember 14, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    This is where 'Monster Repellent' comes in handy. Not sure if I would use it on Gus though! :D

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    1. Elizabeth Rose StantonSeptember 16, 2013 at 9:04 AM

      Definitely...but Gus IS grateful that you would would exhibit restraint in his case :)

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  14. UnknownSeptember 15, 2013 at 1:01 AM

    Very cute,:)

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  15. theartofpuroSeptember 15, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    So lovely:)

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  16. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 15, 2013 at 12:47 PM

    Tee hee. This made me chuckle and smile! Cute!! :)

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  17. HermanTurnipSeptember 15, 2013 at 5:36 PM

    This is AWESOME! Tyler got a huge kick out of this. We've printed out the monster and have put it on his closet door. Now when he's scared of monsters we point out the tutu and how silly the monsters looks. This is yet another weapon in our ongoing war with the monsters. Many thanks, Elizabeth...you're the best! WooHoo! :-)

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    1. Elizabeth Rose StantonSeptember 16, 2013 at 9:02 AM

      Yay! Reading this is just the best way to start a week! I am SO pleased Tyler likes Gus, and that he is helping Tyler win the monster-wars. It is quite obvious that he has big imagination, and such a great dad--and I have no doubt Tyler will grow into an accomplished, confident young man.
      Keep up the good work!!
      Cheers!
      -ERS

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  18. Michaele RaziSeptember 18, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    I love him! So sweet!

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  19. Claire WildishSeptember 19, 2013 at 4:17 AM

    Hee hee hee!! He is so much fun Elizbeth! I want to hear the rest of the story!!!

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  20. UnknownSeptember 19, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    As has been said a perfect ballerina pose on a lovely benign monster. i'm sure Tyler won't be scared after seeing Gus.

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  21. alexandriaSeptember 20, 2013 at 10:50 AM

    So wonderful! I love finding acts of kindness and this is superb.

    p.s. Congratulations on your new upcoming book!

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    1. Elizabeth Rose StantonSeptember 20, 2013 at 11:18 AM

      What a sweet comment, Alexandria! Thank you--and thanks for the book congrats :)

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  22. renateSeptember 23, 2013 at 2:24 PM

    Hello Taylor and Elizabeth:) Such a cute monster:) I wish I had him in my closet at night!

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  23. Cindy D.September 28, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    Oh my goodness, what a splendidly charming creature. With great form!

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  24. YONKSNovember 26, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    You're a darling. This made me less afraid of my dark closet and I'm 57!
    Di
    xoxo

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  25. Katy NoelleMay 30, 2014 at 4:07 PM

    Who knew?! :D

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