“And when one is thinking lovely, kind, beautiful thoughts of course one has no time to be come lonesome.” Simple wise words for children (and adults) from a father to his daughter long ago. How similar in philosophy to spiritual teachers from around the world addressing parliaments; mass audiences; authoring countless books; or presiding over … Continue reading
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Modest: Women in the Muslim World – Photos by Alexandra Boulat
Words and voice of Alexandra Boulat photographing war.
“even my eyes are tired of the Palestinian drama sometimes. And, that is why I get caught by the details. Conflict and pain has become ordinary. Look at the ordinary – life without electricity … an empty frig….” Continue reading
Trees: The Ultimate Service for Others
A brisk burst of air waves off the humidity revealing strong, powerful, majestic trees. Against the crisp blue, trees in the city reach into the sky providing a service for the community like none other. Bapuji, a former freedom fighter for Gandhi and a retired UN official shares the yogi perspective. He says, “Trees are … Continue reading
Culture Warriors in DC
The largest collection of of Indigenous art ever to leave Australia. 10 September to 6 December, 2009 American University Museum – Katzen Arts Center Washington, DC http://www.American.edu/museum Contemporary. Bold. Innovative. Thirty Australian indigenous artists from every territory and state reveal their current passions, torments or appreciation for their surroundings. Inspiration from the water, the land, … Continue reading
Presidential Farmers Market!
Farmers markets have gone presidential in the United States. On September 17th, 2009, a FreshFarm Market will open by the White House in Washington, D.C.. – just weeks after President Barack Obama wished for a market during his national forum on health care. This is a remarkable achievement in the recent history of the return … Continue reading
Captain Abu Raed: A Film of Dreams, Friendships and Courage
“When I was a boy … I had dreams” are Captain Abu Raed’s first words to the group of hopeful children surrounding him on the hill top in Jordan. The dusty dry soccer area circled by Roman columns and the airport become the settings in the award winning film, Captain Abu Raed. The older widower … Continue reading
Yesterday but Today: Reading in Kigali, Rwanda
Books are whispers of the past heard well into the future. Lydie Hakizimana opened her bookstore Drakkar Ltd. in Nyarutarama, Mountain Center in Kigali, Rwanda three years ago. Lydia sells new and used books with an emphasis on educational material and text books for students at the local schools and universities. With the return to … Continue reading
Art / Health / Leaders & People / Politics
Ted Kennedy: A legend
Betty Wells in her career as a NBC News illustrator captures the passion and energy of Senator Ted Kennedy. His (yet to be told) legacy in reforming the US health care system may be his enduring landmark in his career. Legends are made by those with a fire in the belly; the willingness to try … Continue reading
Health / HIV/AIDS / Innovation / International / Leaders & People / Tibet
Tibetan Doctor Leads First Prevention and Education Campaign
In the world of HIV/AIDS, communications is vital. In many communities, often the initial reaction is to say, “we do not have any men who have sex with men; we do not have any men who visit prostitutes; and, we do not have any HIV/AIDS.” Reality is a bit different than the words. Today, according … Continue reading
Unik Ice Cream Rwanda
As the morning light, welcomes a new day – so to does an ice cream shop in the heart of Rwanda. Marlene, a young woman with a big smile, opened Unik Ice Cream, five years ago. She offers ice cream to the children and young at heart at Union Trade Center Mall on Avenue Justice … Continue reading
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