Let us say that we each wanted to make a vow today Let us say that we each wanted to hold a hand today Let us say that we each wanted to plant a tree today It is really in the reality of accepting that we are not doing favors for others but only in receiving that we can do … [Read more...] about Earth Day 2012: Mobilizing the Earth with a Poem
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Artwork created by art students, inspired by the Poems of Bahareh
When Stefanie asked me to speak to come in and speak to her art class, I was a bit puzzled. I thought why would an art teacher be inviting me to speak to her class about poetry, but then she told me that each year she does a unit on calligraphy and the use of words in art... … [Read more...] about Artwork created by art students, inspired by the Poems of Bahareh
Dubomody Performing Arts Festival: poeTea stage
What a real honor to have been invited to the Dubomody Performing Arts Festival, to be at the same venue as poets known around the world was indeed one of the most incredible feelings. Each person brought with them a bit of their past, their journey and their views … [Read more...] about Dubomody Performing Arts Festival: poeTea stage
UAE Olympic Tribute A Poem on Mother’s Day
For this mothers day, I chose this picture taken by Atiq-ur-Rahman, Gulf News of a son who is a champion in front of the world, and yet he shows such subdued respect to his mother who bore him to life. MOTHER'S DAY: On this day if you were to say only two lines to your … [Read more...] about UAE Olympic Tribute A Poem on Mother’s Day
The Four Legged Wise Friend I Found in the Royal Stable
The enormous body of the horse does not only signify his strength, but his wisdom The quiet demeanor of the pony does not speak of the silence but of the thoughts going on in the animal's head The softness of the skin is the welcoming invitation to touch and feel the warmth of … [Read more...] about The Four Legged Wise Friend I Found in the Royal Stable