Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul, And sings the tune without the words, And never stops at all, And sweetest in the gale is heard; And sore must be the storm That could abash the little bird That kept so many warm. I've heard it in the chillest land, And … Continue reading Quote for Today: Emily Dickinson
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Quote for Today: Epes Sargent
The human soul is like a bird that is born in a cage. Nothing can deprive it of its natural longings, or obliterate the mysterious remembrance of its heritage. -Epes Sargent Public Domain Image via Pixabay
Quote for Today: Susanna Clarke
There is nothing else in magic but the wild thought of the bird as it casts itself into the void. There is no creature upon the earth with such potential for magic. Even the least of them may fly straight out of this world and come by chance to the Other Lands. Where does the … Continue reading Quote for Today: Susanna Clarke
Quote for Today: Amit Ray
A bird is safe in its nest - but that is not what its wings are made for. ―Amit Ray, World Peace: The Voice of a Mountain Bird Public Domain Image via Pixabay
Birds in Human Form: Lemi Ponifasio’s Birds with Skymirrors
Birds with Skymirrors is a provocative and beautiful dance work choreographed by Lemi Ponifasio, one of New Zealand's most famous artists. It was inspired by a walk on the beach on the Pacific island of Tarawa, during which Ponifasio observed seabirds flying with pieces of plastic hanging from their beaks. The dancers embody the movements of … Continue reading Birds in Human Form: Lemi Ponifasio’s Birds with Skymirrors
Quote for Today: Monique Duval
She decided to free herself, dance into the wind, create a new language. And birds fluttered around her, writing “yes” in the sky. ― Monique Duval
Made for Flight: Alouette, the Femmebot
Writers are encouraged to write about what they know. This has merit, but does it shortchange our imagination or compassion? When we take the time to tell the story of others, which requires empathy, interpretation, care and research, this can broaden our understanding and cross borders. The stories that inspired the following video poetry are … Continue reading Made for Flight: Alouette, the Femmebot
