“Year of the Monkey-Joy (2),” Print, 8″x11″

It won’t be easy to begin something new. You’ll have to give more, be patient, and be willing to work long hours, knowing that success will take time. On your road to success, try to help other people who had a hard time. In this painting, Mr. Monkey is decorated with the Chinese symbol of “Shou,” which means longevity. Mr. Monkey pulls his cart which carries his child who holds an immortal peach symbolizing good health, long life. Inside the cart, there are gold nuggets and gold coins symbolizing great wealth. The colorful bird and butterfly symbolize the coming of good opportunities. The beautiful Chinese character on the top right is “Foo” which means happiness, good fortune. The character on the top left is “Foo” which means abundant, wealthy. Both characters have the same basic pronunciation, but with different phonetic tones. The Monkey family wishes you abundant living full of joy, success and happiness.