Transforming Adversity into Opportunity is Liberating. This is the magic of the human spirit. In this forum we can come together globally and share our journey providing inspiration and support.
Don Petersen,artist and owner of www.newworldsamurai.com encompasses qualities of brilliance and a compassionate heart.
Dr. James Powell, from the Alberta Hip and Knee Clinic in Calgary, AB is my biggest fan of this project. The jaw dropping beauty of Don’s work graced many eyes in the O.R.
Richard Brown, www.richardbrownphoto.ca in Canmore AB had the insight and talent in creating the perfect look inspired by Marilyn Monroe’s, Red Velvet Calender, 1949.
I invite you to submit your before/after photos in the comments with a brief word of inspiration.
Celebrating Life!!!
Line drawing Poster, Left HipKaren
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“Transformations:Scars graced by Art” Exhibit
artsPeak June, 2011
Canmore, AB
I, a single mother, absent of human touch enter surgery
Invasive, traumatic, reaches for the human hand
A connection into this world
Recovery…A gentle kiss on the forehead
Days pass…Yearning for human touch,
Love of re-assurance
I reach out to ask…This starts the flow
A caress and tears flow
Bandages removed with a back rub, tears flow
A compassionate hug hello, tears flow
Voicing, “I need human touch”
Life flows
Strength returns
Clarity returns
Pain releases
The gift of human touch
Be its generosity.
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“Transformations:Scars graced by Art” Exhibit
artsPeak, June, 2011
Canmore, AB
Tattoo and Photo by Don Petersen
Jordon had open heart surgery at 24 and here is his message.
Gratitude in the present moment
Ascending the lift at Kicking Horse
At the black diamond run
Small chat yields big answers
“Whats up for you?
Open heart surgery in a few days”
With the realisation that this maybe my last run
Oh, what a run it is!
Total appreciation for this bliss
I see only the good stuff
Life is too short for the negativity
I give it my all
Only thinking the good stuff
And with it
I will
Rock and Roll
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“Transformations:Scars graced by Art” Exhibit
artsPeak, June 2011
Canmore, AB
Tattoo and Photo by Don Petersen
We all have our journey in life
I do not apologize for what has transpired
But only wish to inspire others to choose consciously
An introspective life of exploring my nature, guides me to loving life
With that, I hope to help others love the life they are creating
As a true artist, I go within to share the adversity, creatively holding high the flame of compassion for humanity
Beautiful artwork to complement a beautiful strong spirit! Keep up your inspiring work Karen!