Author Archives: randomyriad

DakhaBrakha

Thanks to a Facebook friend I was introduced to this band, DakhaBrakha. They are a self-described Ukrainian folk-punk band. Their music is actually all over the place as far as genres go. I love their energy and obvious joy in … Continue reading →

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My Mind Will Never Grow Up Completely: Models and Maps that Move

I like to think that I have changed a lot over the many years of my life, but I am still fascinated by similar things. I have always liked complex models. When I lived in California and my children were … Continue reading →

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Works in Progress, April 2015

This month I started a long term collage doodle on a roll of heavy sketch paper I had sitting up in my closet. I am trying to find low key ways to practice putting work together in my limited time. … Continue reading →

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Facing The Flood

I attempt resuscitation Each day from this drifting dream Of impending apocalypse. Or has the flood already covered us? The wave surges with weighty force Beyond my strength to move forward against the tide.  Am I standing still, still standing, or … Continue reading →

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In Motion

The constant wind off the bay, At low tide, Brings whitecaps under The long curving dock.   The princess saint of the rocks Perches, her golden hair with purple ends flows down over her mermaid colored shirt Iridescent in the … Continue reading →

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