Tag Archives: mythology

Orion’s Belt

Posted on October 4, 2025 by Art for Housewives

I wake up very very early. The world is silent and dark. Part of my morning ritual includes opening the balcony doors to allow fresh air inside. I automatically look up at the sky. Because there hovering over the building … Continue reading →

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Mythological Makeovers

Posted on August 25, 2024 by Art for Housewives

Just because a man needs you doesn’t mean that he loves you. Ariadne was the daughter of the Cretan king, Minos. Like most men of wealth and power, Minos was greedy. When sent a beautiful white bull from the sea … Continue reading →

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The Herculean Task of Being a Woman

Posted on December 8, 2023 by Art for Housewives

La Colonna dell’Immacolata c. 1880. Via Today, in Italy, is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. It celebrates “the sinless life of the Blessed Virgin” and officially begins the Christmas season. In Piazza di Spagna, there’s a tall column with … Continue reading →

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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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