It was the biggest honor of my life to be able to recite a poem for Nelson Mandela's Memorial Service in Abu Dhabi today. If I were to take you with me on this … [Read more...] about A Poem for Nelson Mandela Our Madiba From Abu Dhabi
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Video of Poetry Therapy with John Fox and Bahareh Amidi in Abu Dhabi
Dear Dear Friends Travel Companions, Hello, hope you are all well. Summer has come and gone and we are all settling back into our routines. Some of us are finding new routines. As the hot days of Abu Dhabi turn to warm and as the leaves will not be changing colors, I am … [Read more...] about Video of Poetry Therapy with John Fox and Bahareh Amidi in Abu Dhabi
Touched by Wisdom of One Soul
A couple of months ago, I got a most beautiful email from my niece Kira. She is actually the daughter of a very close friend. Somehow Kira and I have had a bond since the very beginning of our meeting. I always enjoyed our family visits but it was the time I had with her and of … [Read more...] about Touched by Wisdom of One Soul
UAE pays tribute to Nelson Mandela: My poem among 67 Inspiring Stories
When 2 years ago a dear friend told me about a tribute that was being organized for Nelson Mandela, I was so touched that there is indeed recognition of such an incredible man. A man who has spent his life giving voice to those that may not otherwise be heard. A man who even … [Read more...] about UAE pays tribute to Nelson Mandela: My poem among 67 Inspiring Stories
My trip to Palestine planting Olive Trees and visiting Holy Sights
For the Future Planting trees early in spring we make a place for birds to sing in time to come. How do we know? They are singing here now. There is no other guarantee that singing will ever be. Wendell Berry Thank you to all the people who made this trip possible. … [Read more...] about My trip to Palestine planting Olive Trees and visiting Holy Sights