Echos of the missing ear

Meet my latest ceramic companion, *Echoes of the Missing Ear*—a tiny hippo with a big story. He’s glazed in a deep, glossy purple that catches the light just right, making his smooth, rounded form feel almost too charming to be real. But here’s the twist: he’s got only one ear, a souvenir from a daring escape from poachers. I love that imperfection—it gives him character and a little mystery to carry around. Plus, the speckled base adds just enough texture to make him pop. Sometimes, art isn’t just about looking perfect; it’s about the stories that shape us, even the ones told by what’s missing.