Ballard Street by Jerry Van Amerongen for May 14, 2023

Not to pop your balloon, but…

Cynthia is obviously in need of a lift today.

Steve Martin would be proud of her.

Cynthia is trying to invent the needle, but the idea isn’t quite there.

A lot of people have been telling Cynthia to lighten up.

Boy, the " Men in White Coats" sure make a lotta runs to Ballard. this is about the 3rd time this week

Cynthia is deeply concerned about the overuse of helium in the rave scene.

Come on… She’s just trying to keep it light.

You don’t need to focus on everybody’s weight, or degree of madness, to enjoy her artistry.

If nobody on Ballard Street will ever meet your standards for slenderness or sanity….

Cynthia wants you to know there are other things to think about, and meanwhile, the actual denizens of Ballard County are lighthearted and inventive.

Is Cynthia trying to understand the design of the balloon, seeking a flaw?

Cynthia hopes to sell her art to help her keep up with inflation. Her theme was inspired by an upcoming IT seminar at work. I hate to burst her bubble, but someone needs to explain the difference between I.T. and the movie IT before she embarrasses herself.

Another Ballard Street looney …

She saw this guy in front of the Yo-Yo Store…

Cynthia…the original balloon lady!

Cynthia hopes one day to be a Pop Artist like Andy Warhol.

Good morning Balladeers and Miss Susan!

Bawoons! Great big beyootiful bawoons!

Uplifting art is a ballooning field.

Doing good Cynthia, not feeling a bit lightheaded yet?

Back in my day the balloon reflection was 4 squares . Young artist these days

They make cardboard inserts for women’s pants too? :)

Just a few of our beloved Ballard baLOONS

Not funny. No comment.

Cynthia will soon be a hot air balloonist.

Is this the famous Cynthia Ducoleur who’s works are on display in so many affluent Ballard Street homes?

Cynthia is painting a bomb. That should take care of the balloon problem.