The Right Path

The Right Path

When one is faced with a danger that has to be overcome, weakness and impatience can do nothing. Only a strong man can stand up to his fate, for his inner security enables him to endure to the end. 

This strength shows itself in uncompromising truthfulness within him.

It is only when we have the courage to face things exactly as they are, without any sort of self-deception or illusion, that a light will develop out of events by which the path to success may be recognized. 

This recognition must be followed by resolute and persevering action. For only the man who goes to meet his fate resolutely is equipped to deal with it adequately. 

Then he will be capable of making the necessary decision and of surmounting the danger.

I Ching.

The End.

The Art of Dance

The Art of Dance

 When we think of Dance we think of body movement accompanied by rhythm and music.  This form of expression whether spiritual in nature, done in social settings, performances in theatres  or more recently, in many gyms to enhance exercise,   is shared by all cultures. One may even argue that it is inherent in the human genetic code as far back as a prehistoric mating display.

Styles of dancing vary, often by geographic region and individual culture.  African dance, for example, can be interpretative or shamanic.    Many contemporary dance forms can be traced back to historical templates: traditional, ceremonial, competitive or ethnic in origin. The movements may vary. They may be abstract and interpretive or have a gestural vocabulary or symbolic meaning as in some Asian dances. Ballroom, ballet, tango and classical dance have usually been the choice of industrial societies. Traditional Folk, tap dance or Square dances are the favorites of country dwellers, while the electric slide, step and break dance have usually been found on metropolitan streets.

The End

Fun at the Park

Fun at the Park

Outdoor activities are an integral part of every metropolitan life. They offer a periodic reprieve from a regimented existence. They are a necessary ingredient in the maintenance of good health for men, women and their pets. Nothing surpasses a leisurely stroll down tree lined winding paths under a blossom laden canopy. Now and then you lend a casual ear and eye to the abundant life surrounding you: water fowl splashing in water, countless birds chirping their unique songs, studious tree dwellers with mouths overflowing with nuts and the occasional insects that come forth to check you out. All this offers a vital regeneration for the soul. 

This “Fun at the Park” series is made up of impressionist paintings that illustrate this feeling.