In the heart of narratives untold, Palestinian spirit unfolds, Through time's vast scroll, their tales enfold, In realms of thought, their brilliance bold. From ancient scrolls to modern verse, Their voices rise, they do converse, With wisdom deep, they do immerse, Enlightening paths, inclusive and diverse. In brush strokes bold, their art takes flight, Colors … Continue reading In This Land… A Song of Contribution “Twenty-Nine”
In this land… Songs of Resilience “One”
In lands where olive branches weep, Beneath the weight of history's keep, There dwells a spirit, proud and deep, Resilient hearts, the Palestinians reap. From ancient streets to modern strife, Their journey marked by pain and life, Yet in their eyes, a steadfast gaze, Enduring sun, enduring haze. In every child's laughter, echoes heard, The … Continue reading In this land… Songs of Resilience “One”
Learning: A people’s culture through their art
The evolution of Palestinian art over the last four decades is a testament to the resilience of a people facing the complexities of occupation, diaspora, and the struggle for cultural identity. From the 1980s, when artists in the Occupied Territories grappled with the challenges of asserting cultural identity in the face of oppressive policies, to … Continue reading Learning: A people’s culture through their art
A little good news — about creativity
http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/this-simple-word-test-reveals-how-creative-you-are/ I'm not sure why, but this mental exercise sounds familiar. As a person who has often been accused of being too literate because of my love of semantics, this is a game I've often played with myself... well, various versions of it. Care to see if you are really creative? Take the test: https://www.datcreativity.com/about
People of Some Distinction – A New Series
Born from paintings I saw on a trip to the Dominican Republic (eons ago) and a desire to evolve my People of the land series, I created this new series. I have to be honest, it's been sitting in the current state in my storage room for over a year and I finally pulled it … Continue reading People of Some Distinction – A New Series
Ready for the QCNA silent Auction!
I'm up at the beautiful Mont Gabriel Resort & Spa (www.montgabriel.com) for the annual QCNA Gala. I'm so grateful to be able to help my dear friend Richard and support English local newspapers in Quebec by offering some artwork to their silent auction. The weather is gorgeous, the hotel is alive with people, and the … Continue reading Ready for the QCNA silent Auction!
Midweek Poems – Orange Man
Orange man, orange man where do you go? I’m going out with my girlfriend for dinner and a show. Orange man, orange man what do you do? I’m a cobbler and I can fix any shoe. Orange man, orange man why do we live? To share love and happiness with those to whom we give. … Continue reading Midweek Poems – Orange Man
Midweek Poems – My relationship with a cookie
I look at this chocolate chip cookie and wonder...what’s inside. On the surface there is hard cookie with only a few chips of personality showing. What potential this cookie must have Look at all the delicious chips What’s inside must be incredible I know it’s there, but how to get at it. If I attack … Continue reading Midweek Poems – My relationship with a cookie
Midweek Poems – Out of Sight Out of Mind?
The flames rise to dance anew with the added fodder. Sadness consumes happiness as thoughts feed the flames. Wood to coal to ashes the dance goes on. Thoughts of expectations misleading joy to denial. The flames jump up into the ether their fuel is the air itself. Sad memories linger always feeding on existence and … Continue reading Midweek Poems – Out of Sight Out of Mind?
The New Renaissance Mindset 