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A New Mythology

Posted on October 2, 2022 by Art for Housewives

Before my mom’s death, we used to talk together every Sunday. Talking with her was like talking to  Pythia, the oracle of Delphi. My mom had experience that she was willing to share and all I had to do was … Continue reading →

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The Southern Cross

Posted on September 25, 2022 by Art for Housewives

Soon we will be leaving our little Greek island. Looking at the horizon from our neighbourhood beach, I already feel nostalgia. I already miss the vastness of the blue sea just as I already miss the night time sky. Often … Continue reading →

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The Doll’s House

Posted on September 20, 2022 by Art for Housewives

In 1840 the Brits began the colonization of New Zealand, islands inhabited by the Māori people. Somehow representatives of the United Kingdom managed to get the Māori chiefs to sign a treaty giving the Brits sovereignty over these islands. But … Continue reading →

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Witch Hunters      

Posted on September 18, 2022 by Art for Housewives

Elizabeth Gaskell (1810-1865) was a gifted storyteller. Her father was a Unitarian minister and this greatly influenced her writing. Unitarians believe that God is only one person. But, although Jesus is not a divinity, he is a good role model. … Continue reading →

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Angeliki’s Apricots

Posted on September 17, 2022 by Art for Housewives

There are many things I will remember about my summer here on Paros this year. Like the apricots from Angeliki’s garden. And the tablecloth made from the countless fabric remnants that Alexandra has given me. This foto does not represent … Continue reading →

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