Gift of Joy

Gift of Joy

Today on a neighborhood walk, I paused to watch an artist transform a grey utility box into a beautiful painting of luscious fruit. “There is a story behind this” said Ricardo, the artist and he politely asked ” would you like to hear it? “ I love stories, especially...
Arts and Aging

Arts and Aging

Here are some of the results of my work in senior arts colonies… A beautiful documentary by a talented videographer, Russ Haan and funded by Aroha Philanthropies…....
Turtle Island

Turtle Island

When people ask me on my return from traveling “What did you bring home with you? How has that experience affected you?” I begin to sort through the memories, stories, held in photographs, tickets and bills. I am still unpacking the answer to my...