A World Without Art

Issue #53

Can you imagine a world without art? A world where we had no books to read or poetry to ponder. A world without paintings, or sculpture, or music. A world without theater, or movies, or even stories. Could you live in such a world?

Yet, some people live without appreciating art. They are not interested in books, paintings, or music. I, for one, could not live in such a world.

I have a strong need to create art—to write poetry, paint pictures, and tell stories. Without creative work, my soul would die a slow death.

Celebrate the fact that you can appreciate great works of art. Believe that you have the talent and skill to create works of art.

While the art we create is essential, the life we live is even more critical. As the saying goes, we need to smell the roses every day.

What do you do to keep you grounded? To keep your spirit alive? To fill your soul with love and peace? Do you sing in the shower or a choir? Do you read for 15 minutes or more every day? Do you view the paintings of others?

What have you done today? Have you hugged someone? Have you taken a walk in the park? Did you enjoy the sunrise? Did you eat an ice cream cone? Did you say thank you to someone? Did you help a stranger? Did you kiss your spouse?

Take care of your soul. Nourish it. Fill it with love. Compliment the people around you. Tell someone you love them.

Plant seeds of hope in the hearts of others.