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The Storyteller....

Martine Bos’ ecoprinted poncho

Recently I wrote about the aesthetics of a simple poncho. Despite its simplicity, a poncho offers infinite possibilities. My blog buddy, Martine Bos of Ateliercolore, has focused much of her art on eco prints and dying textiles using plants. This … Continue reading

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Elena Ferrante, the storyteller

Mrs. Asher was my middle school English teacher.  She had us diagram sentences and write numerous book reports. Novels, she said, are based on one of three themes:  man against nature, man against man, man against himself. Simply put, novels … Continue reading

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Basil

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trying to stay focused

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OM

OM chanting produces primordial vibrations that massage us inside provoking positive effects. When your heart is unhappy, say OM OM OM until the sadness goes away. However beware—it may take a few hours!

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