Earlier this month, Scott and I spent some wonderful time back in Hawaii where I was a part of the Art of Peace to benefit Domestic Violence Action Center. It turns out that as we were enjoying a lovely evening in Waikiki with our dear friend Pegge Hopper on our last evening on the island, Paris was under attack.
Several hours later at our layover in Seattle, I first caught a glimpse of the terror of this news on a screen in the airport.
Ray Valencia, Stop Da Violence, Digital print for Art of Peace to benefit DVAC at Pegge Hopper Gallery
None of it makes sense, as the craziness in the world continues.
But then again, so does kindness and beauty. The other day, as Nate was at a local eatery, a “big” guy in front of him paid for my son’s burrito. Nate had never seen him before moment, and the only contact between the two was a fist bump and a “thank you Man,” as they parted ways.
In the midst of all the craziness, I continue to practice gratitude and celebrate all that is good, and paint. For the joy of moving paint around, for creating something out of nothing and to share with others.
The only way to make sense of this irresponsible violence is to show gratitude toward others and be kind. Goodness always wins out
Bobbi
So true Bobbi, be a light in this world with our words, thoughts, deeds, and of course, our work. Thank you for your thoughts and comments.
I just can’t deal with the violence any more……but I do want to say that Peggi looks the exact same as she did 20 years ago! Lovely photo!
Cathy, Pegge does look great and to think that is where our friendship all started!