This journey has taken us through many stations; experiences, people got on for the ride. Some stayed on longer than others; others transferred to other trains, as paths diverged or stopped.  

The train we are on has as destination positivity, albeit with occasional detours.

Tunnel vision has led me to better discern surrounding energy; where I cannot see, I envision. Aura created by each encounter is another layer in Life’s surprises.

Summer 2021


FATE’S VOYAGE

Fate was hitched,
to many passersby;

Overexertion of insecurity,
seeking validation;

Time, nature, experiences,
providing therapy,
realization of self,
on voyage of fulfillment

20 August 2022



CONTINUUM 
Approaching Balance

The sifting goes on,
searching for,
finding the nuggets

Friendship,
not based on quid pro quo,
not on insecurity

Where a smile
and conversation,
uncharacterized by simulation,
authenticate continuity

OM
25 Nov 2019



STRIKING GOLD

Process refined,
many years’ process;
Finding friends,
sifting through silt of characters;
Gold remains at the end,
forever enriching our lives
 
OM
6 July 2018

Interesting article on how LA is addressing  reflective heat in areas covered in asphalt and concrete, by using solar reflective paint on its roads,  playgrounds, and parking lots.

Click HERE to read article from Fast Company…

“LEMON, LOVE, AND OLIVE OIL”

Should you be interested in eclectic cuisine of Greece .. look no further..

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“24 HOURS IN ANCIENT ATHENS”

Recommended for those interested in gaining insight into daily life in ancient Athens.

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“JULIAN”

Another good read, shedding light on what transpired in the Fourth Century.

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“CIRCE”

She made heads turn in the Odyssey.. here’s another well-developed take on Circe…

Click HERE 





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A.

ΠΑΝΣΕΛΗΝΟΣ ΚΑΙ ΠΑΡΘΕΝΩΝΑΣ

Χαρά συγκεντρωμένη σε ταράτσα,
θέα θεϊκή 

Τα χαμόγελα αμέτρητα,
έμπνευση αγαπητών, 
συνέχεια ζωής 

Να ζήσουν οι νεόνυμφοι,
που φώτισαν τη νύχτα με αγάπη

Translation

FULL MOON AND PARTHENON 

Happiness, concentrated on rooftop,
divine view

Countless smiles,
inspiration of loved ones,
continuity of life

A long life to the newlyweds,
who lit evening with love


B.


In Athena’s shadow
I sit and write;
Inspired by history, meaning,
passed on through the ages

Propylaia and Niki’s Temple,
portending to past, present, 
and future



Γ.


MORNING STROLL

Byzantine monument,
providing respite;
Ερμους, not overrun by crowds;

Quiet, comforting breeze,
as Αυγή slowly awakens,
making way for Helios

OM
11 August 2022

A very interesting review, from actress Nedie Antoniades’ experience, on the background and filming of “Smyrna” (released December 2021)…  

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Adagio
Andante
Andantino
Presto
Presto allegro

Forgot how beautiful 
the natural tempo of rain
welcomes the passerby

Stillness into Adagio
increasing to Presto
settling at Andante

28 May 2020
OM
Ashburn, VA

Thoughts permeate
as music pipes in

Life,
mosaic of faces and experiences,
pastels of memory

Above the clouds
oxygen so valuable;
Mask, uncomfortable accoutrement,
unveiled upon repast’s serving

Cognac and Baileys
portending to relaxation,
as Helios smiles from the window

Mind flows
filling surface with ink;
On trajectory westbound,
where fragmentation is brewing

Synchronous energy and positivity,
Johann, we meet again


In-flight, Athens-Vienna,      Austrian 802, 13 November 2021

Escape to mountain,
lake and scenic setting,
47 m deep, 80 m altitude 

Time frozen,  
psyche unwound,
staring into peaks and valleys

Friendship reaffirmed,
as life’s events recalled


Mountain Lodge 
façade of psychology;
Innkeeper, 
imparting benefits of healthy living, 
as cigarette releases enigmas

Chorus of jackals
across the valley,
crescendo of trip;
Nature calling,
echoing feelings

7 August 2022
Lake Doxa
Feneos

When the sun sets (or when there is a power failure), this handy inflatable solar lantern provides light anywhere and can be hung from an overhead space, or sit comfortably on a flat service. It also floats!

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Click HERE for more on lantern…

Πριν δυο βδομάδες η καταστροφή στο Ντράφι.. Σαν χθες οι καταστρεπτικές φωτιές στην Εύβοια και δυτική Αθήνα, πως να ξεχάσουμε .. μας θυμίζει την θνητότητα.. Η σύνθεση έκφραση αισθήσεων από τα γεγονότα, και για την ελπίδα που μας κατευθύνει στη θετικότητα.

Two weeks ago, the catastrophic fires in Ntrafi, and like yesterday (a ago), the devastating fires in Evia and western Athens… how can we forget? We are reminded of our mortality.

The composition expresses feelings from past and recent tragedies, and for Elpida (Hope), that guides us to positivity.