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Eternal Energy by Barry Gross
Universe. It asks the question for men, “Where, and how do we get our strength?”
“E Soaring the universe, assimilating
energy, creating works of art, takes on a whole new meaning when we expand our horizons and take risks, meet challenges, endeavor to change and experiment, thereby becoming not only observers, but revolutionaries. Reality versus abstraction. Thinking about it, the puzzle of life seems, at times, beyond comprehension. Being an artist is a form of storytelling and leads us to unravel the mysteries, dramas, and comedies — all the essentials of an odyssey.
Doubtful that curiosity killed the cat, Gross gambles that‘s how it received more lives. Art and life are about taking chances. You are invited to join Barry on
June 4, 2011 at his studio gallery for an art event entitled “Exposed, the Art Exhibition”, which comprises the work of four artists‘ individual art works involving the theme of social issues, including works by Gross.
Barry Gross Studio & Gallery is located at 3335 NE 32nd Street, Ft. Lauderdale 33308, 305.609.2463,
www.iconeditions.com.
8 Broward County, Florida
ternal Energy” is surreal, inspired by the diverse energy of the
une heats up and we’re heading full speed into summer. Sometimes it seems that life goes by at a relaxed pace. Memories of the school year ending flood in. The thought of doing nothing after pressing finals was a goal – though short lived. After an initial chilling out, I would refocus on plans for the summer months. My parents orchestrated the grand plan of taking the series of summer vacations to travel through all thirteen original colonies. From the home base of Delaware, we mapped out places to visit, such as Plymouth, Philadelphia, Williamsburg and Key West. We also toured facilities like the mint in Washington, DC and Sea World in Orlando. The point was continued education and having fun in the process. Recently, I decided to attend a
trial in Worcester, Massachusetts. This is not something that is relaxing. Quite to the contrary. I find myself sitting on the edge of the bench, intently listening to the questions and answers that come not only when the jury is there, but when the jury is not present. The case involves a Marlboro smoker. I confess, in my younger years I smoked Marlboros and quit several times. The first time it was on a dare. The second time was, in a way, by default, as I was convalescing from something unrelated to tobacco use and my healthcare providers refused to supply me with cigarettes. It was months before I was well enough to live on my own again. By that time, I was clear enough in my thinking to give it up for good. Besides, the guy I was dating at the time didn’t smoke.
As of this writing, the trial is still in process. I plan to write more about it for the July issue. I will say that I have found it to be very educational and a riveting experience. I’m thrilled to have an opportunity to observe the workings of the law in a case to be decided by a jury. The judge will clearly instruct the jury on what to consider and
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what not to, and how to sort through the complex information in such a way as to determine whether or not there should be any financial award to the plaintiffs. Every time the jury leaves for lunch or a short break, the judge reminds them to not make any judgments about the case until all the information has been presented. I imagine, to the trial lawyers, the thought of “doing nothing” after the case has crossed their minds. As Esther Hicks/Abraham would say, “Breathe in - Breathe out”. When I arrived in Worcester, the
temperature was about twenty degrees cooler than what I’m used to in Fort Lauderdale. Flowers, bushes and trees were just breaking out of their winter sleep. Each day the transformation was magical. Witnessing the simultaneous emergence of flowers and greenery was exhilarating. It refreshed my soul to be in the midst of this forest-type symphony. I also want to share my experience of eating in the “dark room” at Market 17, a fabulous restaurant serving organic foods, just off the 17th Street Causeway. I was invited to share with friends a four course meal with various
wines...in total darkness. The idea was to concentrate on enjoying the smells, tastes and textures of our meal in a very personal way. I found the experience joyful and recommend it to anyone who’s not afraid of the dark. The waiter, wearing night goggles, lovingly listed what we ate after each course. What’s next? This summer will be no different from any other in that I have set my sights, my goals. I will be exploring more new places and creating space in my life to fulfill my desires.
Enjoy your summer; plan on it.
Susan Q Wood Publishing Editor
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