GOD'S LOVE DOESN'T DISCRIMINATE - and/or FORCE OTHERS IN DOING THINGS AGAINST THEIR CONSCIENCE! This applies also to INDIVIDIUALS and GOVERNMENTS!

Recently, some Christian (in the USA) who have businesses have refused services/products to gays and/or lesbians. I think that this isn't right- Christians aren't supposed to judge others, but to love...because that's what Jesus did!  However, God doesn't force people to go against their conscience and/or moral values. So, too the US government should stop forcing its atheistic values on all people! IT MUST RESPECT ALL VIEWS, those of believers and non-believers! To do OTHERWISE (differently) is hypocritical and unjust!

What is discrimination? What does it mean?

The word discrimination is a noun, an idea, and/or a concept, like freedom, love, hate, etc. But it can also be a verb- an action. Discrimination can be good and bad. let me explain. When we discriminate we make a distinction This means, we differentiate, we chose one thing or things or a person or groups of people. over another or over others. We pick or favor (like and choose) something or someone (a person) over (against) another (person), we maybe against a group (of people we don't like) and be for another. We may be for a class of people (certain people), e.g., (for example) we may likethe richand the famous, and dislike poor people, black people,  Asians, or Hispanics. We can also be against a category of people (another group), for instance (example) we may not like certain women, or certain groups of Christians, Jews, or Muslims. We may also discriminate on the basis (because of) race (types of people, blacks, orientals, Europeans, etc.).  

But there's also a positive (good) way of discriminating, that's on merit or positive (good) factors/reasons/characters/personalities (that people have) we discriminate because of negative reasons, like racial, sexual, nationality, hence we do not tolerate (like) them, and we use discrimination to put them down, or make them feel inferior (bad, sad, lowly, not important, insignificant, and unworthy).  

We may think, that for example, all immigrants are dumb, or that short people are useless, or that fat people are not so smart. So when we discriminate against people, and treat and deal (act) with them in a negative (bad) way, then this is discrimination. So, discrimination is treating others (people) wrong, when we simply do not like them because of unfair (unjust) and unreasonable (not reasonable, silly) factors/features (or reasons). Just because they are fat, or short, or we don't like their skin color, or country of origin, or religion, or social status (e.g. poor/homeless). We simply don't like them because they aren't like us; they don't live/think and act the way we do)- hence we think we have the right to mistreat them (or treat them badly), in a negative (bad) way. 

But there's also a positive (good) way of discriminating, that's on merit or positive (good) factors/reasons/characters/personalities (that people may have, or products (things) may have.

For instance for (example); I may chose between water and soda- I pick water because it is healthier. We can also discriminate between people, we may decide that some people are better than othersOther meanings of the word related to discrimination. Having a discriminating taste isn't a negative (bad) thing, because we choose what we think is good for us. We have the power of making fine (good) distinctions; discriminating judgment (choosing between good/bad things): For example;

She chose the colors with great discrimination (great/careful care).
He  has a discriminating (choosy, good) taste. He likes only fresh Italian pastries! I do too!
They have a discriminating taste for fancy clothes!

 

Often Christians may disagree with someone else's life style, but they shouldn't concern themselves with others' sexual orientation- That's their business. They should instead care and be concerned about treating everyone with dignity and kindness- because that's what God calls us to do! Doing otherwise is immoral! Its wrong! It is sinful!

 

To say that "some" others do not deserve our kindness/services and/or be allowed to buy our products, because they are gays/lesbians, isn't right.
Ask yourself: Would Jesus do that? No, he wouldn't!  Why? Because people who lead different life styles are human beings too, and should be treated with respect too. It doesn't matter if they have a different sexual orientations than ours, or that they may come from a different culture/religion (Muslim, Buddhist, Jewish, etc.) or doesn't believe in God (an atheist), or if someone is of a different race (e.g., black, oriental, Hispanic, etc).
These differences are not a license to discriminate and/or treat people with unjustly/kindly (not nice, not kindly) and/or with disrespect (without respect). All people deserve to be treated with dignity (respect, and compassion) because it's the humane thing to do!
And if we're a believers (in God), we should remember that all human beings (people), no matter their age, sexual orientation, skin color, age, ect.), were created by the same God, who created me and you.
So, to do discriminate against anyone is simply wrong! not good! It is not ethical (correct, right), it is morally wrong. Even non-believers, people of good will, decent people, know that discrimination is unacceptable in their book, and for that matter, in all faiths, including mine, the Christian faith. 

I'd like to share (give) with you some examples why it is wrong to discriminate against anyone. As it is apparent (clear), in this blog I am referring to gay/lesbian discrimination. If you're wondering why I am writing this essay, let me clarify any doubts that you may have about me; I am not gay and neither a lesbian!
I am writing this essay because I believe that any form of discrimination against anyone is wrong. This belief of mine probably originates (starts, begins) in my upbringing, when my parents taugth me to treat everyone with respect- even those who didn't deserve it. Because my parents taught me to follow Christian morality. So, today I man who tries to follow Jesus teaching/examples in my life. However, I also want to clarify that being a Christian doesn't make me better than anyone else. Why? because I'm also a sinner, someone like everyone else - I make mistakes too - but I have compassion, for gays/lesbians too. That's why I wrote this essay. I despise (don't like) injustice.

 

So let me begin my illustration (explanation) why it is wrong to discriminate. I'll begin by asking this question. If we run across someone who needs help/assistance (in a fire, or in a car accident, etc), are we going to ask them what their sexual orientation is? Before we assist them, and call 911? I will not! Because that's not what God wants me to do. In fact, in the Good Samaritan story, Jesus didn't teach us to ask, but to act in kindness/compassion, as to help and alleviate pain. The Good Samaritan wasn't concerned about the sex, or the status of the man on the ground. He just took care and helped the poor man who was left laying on the road, after he was robbed and beaten up. That's what decent people- people of goodwill do- they help out in compassion. That's what Christians are supposed to do.

What about the time when they tried to trick Jesus? Some people who wanted to get Jesus arrested, asked Him: Master, should we pay taxes to the Romans? The Romans believed that their Emperor was a god  and also slaughtered thousands, and possibly  more Christian, by crucifixion  and many others in the Colosseum in Rome. What would our reaction be to that trick question?  We'd probably would have said: The heck w/the Romans, they can go to hell! But that's not what Jesus said. After he asked them to show him the coin, He said: Who's image is it on this coin? They replied: Caesars' (The Roman Emperor). And Jesus answered: Then, give to Cesar's what is of Caesars' (or to the Roman  Empire), and give to God what is of God's. What does this mean in our life today? For me it means that we, who are made in God's image (we look like God), should put God first in our life, and hence obey His commandments. However, we should not do it (love God) out of fear, but out of love, because God doesn't force His love on us. 

However, this parable (story w/a meaning), of the Roman Coin, tells us another "story" (another meaning), and that is; we should obey civil laws/authorities. Why? For two reasons; Jesus obeyed them. He didn't rebel and/or incite (tell, encourage) others to do so. Neither did he fight the Romans. Therefore, we as his followers, if we care and love God, must also do as Jesus did. We shouldn't rebel and pay our dues- our taxes. Why? Our government needs this money to provide us with services (schools, hospitals, roads, armies/police/firefighters- they protect our nation- they provide assistance for the needy/elderly/homeless/poor/maimed veterans, etc.) But, I'm sure some of you will say: Our government doesn't always do the right thing! Agreed- that's why we must remind our leaders in government,  or they will just take care of their own friends and the powerful- often those who support them financially! Again, humans discriminate and often we do not do what's right! 

(For more info. on the Parable of the Roman Coin visit  http://pangelingua.net/2014/10/18/a-god-who-pays-taxes/ or for a simpler explanation Google: Parable of the Roman Coin in Wikipedia)

Yes, I know, governments sometimes  make mistakes, and it is unfortunate that lately this happens often- I'd say on a regular basis. Today many of our leaders do not do what's morally right; sometimes they discriminate, they don't listen to all people, and don't take care of the needs of the powerless/weak. However, they do listen and do what the powerful/rich want, don't they? This happens very often in our rich/affluent western societies, doesn't it? We also know that democratic governments (like ours, in the USA) shouldn't force Christians to go against their moral beliefs. For instance, for us Christians it is wrong to pay for and/or support abortions in any way, yet our "fair" democratic government (and also most other western nations) collect taxes from all citizens (no matter what their religion/beliefs are) and it (the government) supports/pays/guarantees abortions on demand. Hence governments do what pleases them. They also start wars, usually with a pretext, (an excuse) so they can deceive (cheat, lie to) the masses (the public, most people, citizens). But who gets to go to war? Who spills his/her blood for our nation? Not the rich/affluent and the powerful, but the poor and the middle class! Then they (many of our political leaders) tell us that we shouldn't help the poor because they are lazy! Bull! They let others do their dirty work and they enjoy their social status- I call it welfare for the rich!! 

 

Civilized governments should also protect/respect the rights all citizens, but often they don't. They only protect a select few, like the wealthy/powerful/connected, unbelievers (atheists), and the healthy. But they neglect (don't care for) the weak/defenseless, and those who have strong moral/religious beliefs, the believers (e.g., Christians, Jewish, Muslims, etc). When governments are selective, it is downright wrong! Governments should protect everyone! Even the unborn, the elderly, the sick, the wounded, the defenseless,  believers, nonbelievers, the poor, the straight, the gays/lesbians. In other words, civilized/just governments should guarantee the right of all people- because all humans have dignity. However, this doesn't happen in our world, because we humans are weak, and our governments are imperfect, we all make mistakes, we are all sinners. That is why I think that it is also wrong for the US governments (federal and States') to force people/businesses to do something that goes against the beliefs/moral values of believers. Our government has no authority in forcing a Christian (or any other faith) business, or a pastor  to marry a gay/lesbian couple. And/or forcing a Christian hospital/clinic to perform abortions. There are many other places that will perform these services (marrying gays/lesbians and performing abortions). Why does our government have to force a person (e.g., pastor/priest/imam/rabbi, etc.), and/or an organization (e.g., hospital/clinic/church) to go against their beliefs? Hence, force them into performing  immoral acts? Things that aren't acceptable in the eyes of God?!? I call this dictatorship! Our government doesn't care for the rights of all believers/faiths!

What should we do? I personally know that I hate violence, and as a Christian I cannot and will not use it in order to solve problems. But I know that I can make positive contributions (good things/actions) to society. I can take effective (good) actions. I can try to improve/change our government for the better. But I also know that in order to successfully do this, I need help/assistance- I can't do it alone. And that's why I wrote this essay- to try and enlist (ask for) your help. So, we must be  united in this effort, because as the saying goes: "United we stand and divided we fall!" I also think that we need to pray for peace, harmony, ethical/moral values to take hold in our society and the world, and for honesty, fairness/justice/mercy for all people. So, that people everywhere may be treated with respect. We should also pray for God to give us the vision/understanding/compassion, and the courage to respectfully disagree with those who are different from us (those who lead different life styles than us, and/or have different faiths, cultures, skin color, sexual preferences, etc.). But we must do this first ourselves with  honesty, fairness and with compassion (kindness, love). Let's begin by being considerate (kind, nice) of our neighbors, our family members, our co-workers, friends, etc., who may be different than us, and may happen to be gay/lesbians, or from a different culture/religion/country/race/ethnic background (e.g., black, Muslim, Hispanic, oriental, etc.). Second, we must speak up kindly but firmly. We must educate ourselves by reading, and getting all the facts- before rushing into immature decisions/judgements. This also means to inform our political leaders in Congress, and let them know how we feel about issues (problems), as this one, that impact our life, our nation, and the world. This can be done by writing to our leaders, and media outlets (newspapers, magazines, etc), and voice (speak) our opinions (ideas, thoughts), but we must do it always respectfully. We can also post/write blogs/essays/articles/letters like this one online. And last, but not least we must vote only for politicians/leaders who are ethical and have the courage to stick (follow) to their ideals, who tell us the truth and do what's right for all! Leaders who respect all people and all faiths, not just a select few, like the rich/powerful and/or  atheist.

In the end, those of us who care about others must be focused on doing God's will and obey His command; that is to love one another, instead of judging. Isn't this what Jesus taught us Christians? Isn't this what God desires from us all? So, isn't discrimination of gays/lesbians wrong? Of course it is! And isn't also wrong for the government to force its atheistic views on its people? Isn't it wrong for the government to tell/force religious people to do things (like abortions, marrying gays/lesbians) that go against their conscience/religious beliefs? Isn't any type of discrimination against anyone wrong? You bet! All of these are!That's why we need to speak up! Vote for someone who will respect all people, not just a few!

BERNIE SANDERS TELLS US WHY HE IS RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT OF THE USA.
I am with him. I believe he is honest, has integrity, and has experience- his record speaks for itself. In addition, he is intelligent, and has a good plan, one that will benefit America and the world. 
I am an Italian immigrant and naturalized US citizen. I came to America in 1974. I have seen many US Presidents come and go, and I have never made a financial contribution to their campaigns. This time I donated to Bernie Sander's presidential campaign because I feel we need a President who stands for the people and not for special interests, and big corporations who have only one goal- profits- and don't care about us, our public's interests/health/well being and the environment. In addition, we do not want to continue to feed/support the monster, the huge war/weapon bellicose (war making) industry with our tax dollars- when we have almost 50 million who are living in poverty, and when our tax dollars could be better invested, and used in creating jobs by rebuilding/fixing our infrastructure (our schools, hospitals, roads, bridges, etc.) I am sick and tired of the status-quo, the same old stale/ineffective/greedy story of supporting the rich, the huge corporations, so that the economy will improve- they call it trickle down economics. I call it trickle down crumbs for me and you! We know it- it's well documented- look at the statistics- that trickle down economics is a lie! The rich are getting richer and the middle class and the poor are getting the crumbs! That is why I will support Bernie! See what Bernie has in store for America.

An invitation from Senator Bernie Sanders

Dear Friend,
For many months I have been traveling from coast to coast across our country, and have had the opportunity to meet with thousands of good, hard-working, and remarkable people. Like you and me, they are deeply concerned about the future of our country.
They wonder why they are working longer hours for lower wages. They worry about whether their kids will be able to afford college or get decent jobs. They fear that they may not have the savings to retire with dignity and security.

The challenges facing our country are enormous. That's why I am running to become the next President of the United States.
You've already signed up to join our campaign, and for that I thank you. Can you take the next step and contribute $5 to our campaign?

It's not just that, for forty years, the middle class has been disappearing. It's that 99% of all new income is going to the top 1%, and the grotesque level of wealth and income inequality today is worse than at any time since the late 1920s. The people at the top are grabbing all the new wealth and income for themselves, and the rest of America is being squeezed and left behind.

The disastrous decisions of the Supreme Court in the Citizens United case and in other related decisions are undermining the very foundations of American democracy, as billionaires rig the system by using their Super PACs to buy politicians and elections.

And the peril of global climate change, with catastrophic consequences, is the central challenge of our times and our planet.

 

The middle class in America is at a tipping point. It will not last another generation if we don't boldly change course now.

After a year of travel, discussion and dialogue, I have decided to be a candidate for the Democratic nomination for President. But let's be clear. This campaign is not about Bernie Sanders. It's about a grassroots movement of Americans standing up and saying: "Enough is enough. This country and our government belong to all of us, not just a handful of billionaires."
Our movement needs people like you involved to help it succeed. Contribute $5 now to support our campaign for president.
I run not to oppose any man or woman, but to propose new and far-reaching policies to deal with the crises of our times. And I run because I know we must change course now, or risk losing the future for so many to the interests of so few.

A successful national campaign is a massive undertaking, especially when we will be heavily outspent. It will require the active participation of millions of Americans in every community in our country. In fact, it will require nothing less than a political revolution that combats the demoralization and alienation of so many of our people from the political process.
Let me be very honest. It may be too late to stop the billionaire class from trying to buy the Presidency and Congress. The forces of greed already may be too powerful.
But we owe it to our children and grandchildren to try. We owe it to them to make the fight and, through the power of our numbers, turn back this assault on the foundation of our democracy and our future.

We are at a moment of truth. We need to face up to the reality of where we are as a nation, and we need a mass movement of people to fight for change.
I believe America is ready for a new path to the future.

Please make a $5 contribution to our campaign now:
https://go.berniesanders.com/donate-to-our-campaign

Sincerely,
Senator Bernie Sanders

I am...I hope you are! This man deserves a chance to save America from the war hawks, greedy and unethical influential people who corrupt and have bought our political system! For only one purpose...to make a profit! Not for the well being of our nation, but just so that their pockets are full of money!

A Few of OTTAVIO'S ARTWORKS.
Acuni dei miei Lavori Artistici.
I have always been in love with art, making things with my hands, especially making a painting, a drawing, a sculture, or simply capturing an image with my camera. Art, for me, has always been a chance, an opportunity, to express my emotions (feelings) and thoughts (ideas). It is also a fun and a suspended time, that makes me feel as I'm in another dimension. Art is an occasion that allows me to show reality, and hence motivate (me and others), to do something good and/or positive. All of these actions, in addition to the simple the act of holding a brush in my hands while painting- is a fun and rewarding experience, one that motivate me and  move/inspire me. It is an experience that transcends (goes over) reality- it feels as if I am in a different dimension (place) when I am making art. A dimension where I find my real self, a peaceful place, one where I often I feel closer to God, who is, after all the true Creator... the first Artist!
In this collection I present some works that I did as a young man, in my mid 20s, in the 1980s, except for a few others (the Doves in Space) and the photograph of the pink rose- they were accomplished recently (not too long ago).
In this post (article, essay) I also provide (give) explanations only for three pieces, numbers 7, 9 and 10, because these three have a special meaning and/or message. The rest of the art works shown here are simple and clear- there's no need of explanations- they're evident- our eyes can do that- figure out the meanings and/or purpose! 

 Image below: Me next to a mural, that I painted, next to my hose entrance, on 43rd Street in Astoria, a borogh of Queens in NY City. Circa 1981-82.

 

Sono sempre stato innamorato dell'arte, nel creare cose con le mie mani, e in particolare dipingere un quadro, fare un disegno, o semplicemente catturare un'immagine con la mia macchina fotografica- una cosa che facevo spesso.
L'arte, per me, è una possibilità, la possibilità di esprimere le mie emozioni, i miei sentimenti, pensieri e idee. L'arte e' un'attivita' divertente, che mi sospende nel tempo, mi fa' sentire di essere in un'altra dimensione. L'arte e' anche l'occasione che mi permette di mostrare la realta', e quindi motivare (sia me che gli altri) a fare qualcosa di buono e di positivo. Tutte questi azioni "d'arte"-  anche il semplice atto di mettermi un pennello tra le mani per pitturare- sino un'esperienza divertente e gratificante, che mi motivano e m'ispirano a fare e creare.
E 'un'esperienza che trascende (va oltre) la realtà- mi fa' sentire come se fossi in una dimensione diversa, in un'altro posto. Mi fa' sentire in una dimensione dove trovo me stesso, in un luogo di pace, quello in cui spesso mi sento più vicino a Dio- che è dopo tutto, il vero creatore ... il Primo Artista! 

In questa collezione vi presento alcuni lavori che ho fatto da giovane, da 20enne, negli anni 80- eccetto  il dipinto "Colombe nello Spazio" e la fotografia della rosa- questi invece sono lavori recenti.
Qui forniscio spiegazioni solo per tre lavori (numeri 7, 9 e 10), perche' perché questi tre hanno un significato e un messaggio speciale. Il resto dei lavori in questa collezione sono semplici, il loro significato, e evidente, e non hanno bisogno di spiegazioni- bastano i nostri occhi e le nostre emozioni per capirli!

  

1. Torretta. (the town where I was born and grew up, near Palermo, Sicily). Oil on canvas.
Torretta. Olio su tela.

 2. Spring in the Sky. Tempera colors on paper. 

 3. Opening day at my personal art exhibit at the Shreveport Library, in Shreveport Louisiana. 

Circa 1983.

Giorno dell'apertura della mia mostra personale a Shreveport, stato della Luisiana. 

4. A rose from the Central Park garden, in Schenectady NY.

Below, two pen and ink illustrations on paper, #5-6, Halloween.
Illustrazioni fatti a penna.

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7. The Man and the Machine. Oil on canvas.
L'uomo e la Macchina. Olio su tela.

This piece shows you the mind/imagination,  the innocence and simplicity (of thought), or better yet the naiveté of a teenager. 
I did this painting in June of 1976, my last year of high school in art class. I was living in New York City at the time, and I was concerned about violence and war.  
Let me explain the symbols. The human shadow, represents humanity (mankind, all the people on earth) which is trying to reach (grab, catch) for the weapons that the robot is carrying away from the shadow (humanity). The robot is carrying two weapons, a nightstick (a police bat) and a machine gun. The shadow (humanity) is trying to reach for them so that he/she can have power to manipulate, intimidate, destroy/kill and control. 

Q1. What do you think I tried to say in this piece? What do you think is the meaning of this image? 
Let me give you  several choices;

  

Q2. Do you think that the artist intent (intention/purpose/reason) in this painting, The man and the Machine, shows hope/peace for mankind? Or Do you think that it shows war, violence, hopelessness and despair instead?

A. Yes, this art work shows (represents, means) that humanity has still some hope since (because) the robot is taking away the weapons.

B. No, it shows (represents, means) that humanity has no hope, since (because) it is always trying to stick to war/violence, because the shadow (humanity) is reaching for the weapons. 

Q3. Do you think that technology (machines, computers, etc.) can save humanity from his stupidity?  By his stupidity I mean humanity's willingness to resort (use) of war, violence, greed,  lust for power and neglect of history. neglecting history means not considering and/or learning from the lessons/mistakes of the past, and thinking that history isn't important- that it has nothing to offer us.

8. New York's Central Park. Oil on canvas board.

9. Flowers for Jesus. Acrylics on canvas. Below, details.

This painting shows my appreciation/gratitude for what Jesus did for me, a poor sinner. He gave His life for me, for you, and for all of us. The Coke can and the 3 daisies are what I offer from the heart- that's what I could offer, what I had at that time. Yes, I like coke! But I do not abuse it! The inscription (writing) on the tile, under the coke can says: I am the Way, the Truth and the Life."

Let me explain the symbols.  The cross represents Jesus and His sacrifice. The 12 yellow/light balls emanating (coming out)  from the cross are the 12 apostles, Jesus' followers, his friends (during his ministry/mission that lasted 3 years and concluded with His death and resurrection). The coke can and flowers are my offering, my way of saying Thank you to Jesus, for his love for us. The lights traveling in space (or the sky) is my exuberance, my happiness/feelings toward God.

10. Pollution. Or Nature Crucified. Oil and collage on canvas.

I also accomplished (made, did) this collage painting in 1976, my last year in high school. At that time I was reading about ecological (environmental) problems in the Italian press. At that time I was not yet fully fluent in English because I had come from Italy, two years earlier, in 1974. This painting used to have a frame made of empty soda cans, to represent the excessive amount of garbage that we, our society produces. However, I took them off (the soda cans) later on because it was cumbersome, too hard to transport and some cans got lose too.
What do the symbols represent? The cut-out newspaper articles pasted on it talk about pollution problems. The meaning of the dead tree on the cross is evident (clear); mankind is crucifying nature, we are killing our environment; with our pollution, which is represented by most images on this work; the pieces of newspapers glued on it, the smokestacks (chimneys, the 3 big tubes/pipes on the factory's roof) that spew (spit out) poisons (unhealthy smoke) into the air, the soda cans (not seen here- because i took them off earlier), and finally the tree on the cross, which for me, as a Christian represents Christ's ultimate sacrifice (giving up his life for sinners, all of us). So my point/question/purpose/reason in this work is this;

WILL WE CRUCIFY NATURE? OR WILL WE HELP/RESCUE/SAVETHE ENVIRONMENT from our neglect, greed and stupidity? 
I believe that there is time left to amend (fix) our mistakes, and we apply (do) now THESE THINGS;
1. Do not throw trash everywhere! Instead put it in recycling bins/boxes!
2. Respect the environment, your neighbors and their property!
3. Implement (do, follow, apply) the 4Rs (recycling, reducing make less waste, re-use over and over and then recycle it! And finally refuse; say no to use-only-plastic, like bags, cups/lids, dishware, straws, bottles, etc). The 4Rs are basically a way of reducing our carbon footprint (the amount of pollution we create, or C02) or using less energy and/or products that pollute and/or harm/poison the earth and our bodies.
4. Not use pollutants (chemicals, garbage, poison,  and non-degradable (not destructible) products, such as plastics. 
5. Dry your clothes in the sun, instead of running the drier for hours. 
6. Turn water, lights and appliances off when not needed. We should educate and teach our children by modeling good example so they will be prone to respect the environment. We should use clean energy (solar and wind). And finally...
7. Let’s put more effort and be more serious about climate change. Let’s tell our government to take stronger/meaningful/effective actions at the next environmental global conference.

11. Seven Doves in Space. Acrylics on canvas.

12. Two Swans. Acrylics on canvas.

13. Eight Doves in Space. Acrylics on canvas.

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THE IDENTICAL. Another wonderful movie for the whole family. The story of a young man who wants to pursue his dream; become a singer.
but his father's dream for him is very different than his. It's Rated PG. Find it at your local library, or on rent it on Red Box, or may find it for free on the internet. 

This is the story of a young man, the adopted son of a preacher. The young man was born to a couple who had to give him up because they couldn't feed him. The young man was the twin brother who were both born during the 30', the Great Depression. The adopted father had a dream for him, but the young man had another. Great story. you and your family will love it. It's rated PG. You can get it at your local library or at the Red Box. Enjoy it!