A Ripple and a Wing

One of the daily feeds I get in my email is The Writer's Almanac. It recounts birthdays and anniversaries of famous people of the arts or historical events. I enjoy reading how some of the authors, musicians, or artists were enlightened by an experience or some inner need to write, draw, paint, or make music. It amazes me that they could not say no to the need within to do the art for which they were skilled or loved to do.

Art is more than a "something." It is a need for the artist to express and a need for humanity to enjoy. We need art, in whatever form. Humanity is nourished by it. Without it we shrivel. 

Thanks for listening.