While it is unlikely that poetry or art shall eliminate the reality of war in the twenty-first century, it is thrilling to know there remain individuals, and even entire communities, still willing to invest in art and poetry's own uniquely explosive contributions to the great, and small, dramas of human history.

Varieties of angels, like varieties of love, are many.

With my ninth mind I resurrect my first and dance slow to the music of my soul made new.

To create art with all the passion in one's soul is to live art with all the beauty in one's heart.

Art gives its vision to beauty not always recognized. And it surrenders freely -- whatever power it possesses to every sincere soul that seeks it. But above all else--it presents us with the gift of ourselves.

Know yourself fearlessly (even quietly) for all the things you are.

Feet sandaled with dreams tread paths of vision leading to wisdom’s sharp peaks.