As you know, I’m NOT a man of few words. However, with maturity comes perspective, and I often find that I can make my points through a healthy balance of words and images…giving credit to those who’ve effectively wrestled with the issues before. A recent Barbara Kruger MOMA installation reminded me of the effectiveness and power of image/word combinations. Hopefully, some will resonate with you…Thanks for your reflection…and time.
Read moreIt often takes a village, or at least a strong woman or two to influence men, against their natural impulses, on a more wholesome and righteous path. My enlightenment, still a work in constant progress, started with my dear sister Sara. The following highlights my journey to a better me. I’m still on double-secret probation, but there’s some progress, and hope springs, etc., etc. ENJOY!
Read moreLet’s be Stars, not just extras and armchair critics. We’ve got a major challenge to wrest our Country and State from the fear-mongering zealots and political opportunists who’ve diminished our Democracy because they could. But, they can’t, if we don’t let them. We’re better than this, and some initiative, civic smarts, leadership and organization skills can help reclaim this Country…OUR Country. We can be the Stars that help this happen. Read on for some constructive ideas. Thanks for joining me.
Read moreMany “critters” inhabit this planet that we call home. Most were here before us, but their numbers have been decimated as we fail in our stewardship of them. My travels and life experience have raised my awareness and prompted my conscience as to our obligations to this diversity of life. Enjoy these images, but take serious note of what they represent. The healthy life balance of our world…large and small… relies on our commitment to constructive and thoughtful action relative to our natural environment. We need to act as if the lives of the critters and we humans depend on it. They do.
Read moreThere are many examples of beauty and inspiration around us at all times, but we’re frequently too busy or preoccupied to notice. Been there, done that. But life tapped me on the heart/shoulder and prompted me to start paying attention…for all the right reasons. Read on, enjoy these images, and reflect on possibilities in your own life. Life is a gift. We can enhance our lives by adding color and texture. It takes intention and practice. To discover. To notice. The benefits are myriad. Enjoy!
Read moreWe The People have a mess on our hands, with a plethora of significant issues to challenge our experiment at self governance. Covid, Buffalo/Uvalde, Gun Safety, Baby Formula shortage, Immigration, Power Grids, etc… too much divisiveness, hate and fearmongering. It’s up to us to raise our civic games, expect better from our elected officials and ACT…Not just blame and pontificate. The Uvalde kids/teachers should have never had to be the sacrificial lambs to spark significant legislative action. Our Friends In The Mirror can join others to turn this destructive tide…TOGETHER.
Read moreWe need a reset. We need to slow down, pay attention and finesse our gaming and political strategies to give us better options. We’ve allowed/enabled the political charlatans to keep us off-balance, and we’ve got to reset ourselves, reclaim our political parties, and our systems of government if we wish better outcomes. The action, courage, and spirit of the Ukrainian people should provide sufficient inspiration to encourage our efforts.
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