In the foreground, a lively and whimsical cartoon boat sails joyously across a vibrant turquoise sea, reminiscent of a classic Charles Schulz or Bill Watterson illustration. The boat, with its bright red hull and yellow sails, is adorned with colorful, oversized bunting flags in shades of blue, green, and orange, fluttering in the gentle breeze.

Onboard, a crew of delightful characters are engaged in various birthday activities. A tall, lanky figure, wearing a captain’s hat tilted playfully to the side, is standing at the helm, grinning broadly. The character's exaggerated features include a comically large nose and a cheeky smile, echoing the style of R. Crumb or Gary Larson.

Next to the captain, a round, roly-poly character is juggling a trio of birthday cakes, each one topped with a single oversized candle, sparking in bright, animated colors like something out of Osamu Tezuka’s vibrant world. The cakes are pastel pink, mint green, and sky blue, adding a cheerful burst of color to the scene.

Perched on the boat's rail, a tiny mouse with big, expressive eyes, drawn in a Winsor McCay-inspired style, is holding a miniature fishing rod with a birthday hat on its head, leaning over the side as if fishing for presents.

Above, a large, playful banner arches across the sky, tied between two fluffy clouds reminiscent of Hergé’s clear line style, with the word "DOUG" written in bold, cartoonish letters. The letters are filled with a patchwork of colors: red, yellow, and green, creating a festive, eye-catching centerpiece.

In the background, the sun dips low, painted in warm, exaggerated hues of orange and purple, casting a golden glow over the sea. Alongside, stylized seagulls, with long, flowing lines echoing the elegance of Will Eisner, soar gracefully through the sky, completing this delightful birthday boating adventure.

Generated with these themes: Boating.

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