Wednesday in Wynwood with SUMMER HILL SEVEN and Yo Momma in The House!

First stop, Stash Gallery to post Obey Yo Momma sticker @EVO LOVE's place.

Then on to The Sticker Wall @Wynwood Kitchen & Bar.

Dropped in @Peter Tunney's Studio/Gallery to visit with the amazing

Carl Hildebrand, of Petcha Kutcha fame.

Great day in The Hood.

Peace and love.

Tuesday . April 26, 2011

Another day.

Another dollar.

Yep, just the same ole,

same ole.

Up early.

Much to do.

The early morning routine is always,

much the same.

Coffee, of course and the paper.

Computer time.

1st emails.

Facebook.

Blog post.

in that order.

Figure I'm in the home stretch now,

working @this blog post.

Having spent a quite, productive day

at home yesterday, I welcomed an

opportunity to meet up with my new

friend, Summer Hill Seven @my Studio

@9PM last night, then on to

Churchill Pub for a special

evening of Jazz.

Walking into Uva to go UPSTAIRS,

to my Studio, there was my trusty

Buddy, Kerry McLaney, holding court

with friends of hers, that I got

to meet for the first time.

Several of them joined me UPSTAIRS

for a tour of my space.

Summer Hill, arrived and we were

off to Churhill's.

What an operation that Churhill's is

too.

Haven't been there is years and

was amazed at the kind of business

they were doing on an otherwise

quite, Monday night.

Greeting us at the door was an

English Bouncer of sorts, collecting

the $5.00 fee to enter.

There were several venues taking

place.

First and foremost was the large

Jazz Band on stage.

Over 15 musicians gathered

together, making remarkable

music that had the place

rocking.

5 on Sax

5 on Trombone

5 of Horn

1 Drummer

1 Jazz Guitar

Summer Hill remarked that

in NYC you'd be paying $75.00

a piece to get in a place like this.

We sat at the bar and ordered

Fish & Chips.

Pleasantly surprised at how

delicious and authentic their

version of this is.

A bargin too, for a mere $8.00.

We were loving the retro vibe, harking

back to the 20's or 30's.

Out on the patio there was an

open mike, poetry event taking

place.

Total mix of people and cultures

all enjoying themselves.

It was going on Midnight by the

time we left.

This is probably the latest I've

been out, in ages. LOL.

That's the report for today,

folks.

Be the change you wish to see

today, as you walk the walk.

Do unto others, as you would

have them do unto you.

Respect yourself.

Pass it forward.

Peace and love.

Mellow Monday on Tap . 4/26/11

On my drive to Ft. Lauderdale

yesterday, a Lizard appeared

on my windshield.

With the help of the Internet

I learned that through myth and legend the

lizard is associated with dream

time.

"The psychic characteristics to

be found in the lizard, teaches

us how to awaken our abilities

by choosing one path over another."

One of many images being projected

during our gathering last night,

at Louise and Grant's home.

Artist Evo Love, in Studio

@her STASH Gallery, Saturday

night.

On the left is visiting Art Dealer

James Baird from Newfoundland

and Artist Billy Keat whose new

work was being featured.

Left to right @Stash

Romain Gateau, Louise Markus,

Evo Love, a friend and Julia Morton.

Poet Johnny O @Ladder Gallery

Saturday Evening.

The good news is, it's Monday morning and I'm still standing...

The days flew by last week.

With a tightly packed schedule, I am grateful for what I hope

will be some less structured, most welcomed, down time.

Saturday night was interesting in more ways than one.

For starters, I arrived @my Studio late in the day for a

6:30 PM appt. with an Artist I had met @Launch Market in

The Design District.

The idea being, we could have a brief visit prior to the

Literary Event scheduled @7PM downstairs at Ladder

Gallery.

No sooner than I got there, my buddy Kerry McLaney

appears.

Angelica the Artist from Launch Market was next,

right on time @6:30PM.

We were just settling in when there was a knock

on the door.

Surprise, surprise. There was was my good friend,

Mr. Bill Gorman, with his sister Cathy K., one of my

best friends for over 30 yrs. and her husband

Mark in tow.

OMG, I couldn't believe it.

Cathy K is the top producing Realtor in Winter Haven

and the surrounding areas,

They were unexpectedly in town for the weekend.

Marveling @ their timing (they were passing by

the studio and stopped in on the off chance that

I would be there).

So now we were 6 in my small Studio.

No sooner than we were all comfortably seated,

another knock @ the door and voile, here comes

Louise Markus and Grant Genoa with 3 friends

visiting from NewFoundland.

Are you keeping count, people?

We were now 11.

We all proceed to file in downstairs to Ladder

Gallery for their scheduled Literary Event.

We were shocked and dismayed that the featured poet,

Mr. Summer Hill Seven was a "no show".

I'm still wondering what's up with this?

I had just recently met this dynamic, brilliant

Published Author, Poet, Actor, Attorney and had been

promoting his appearance all week on Facebook.

Without missing a beat, T. Elliot Mansa, the Guild Artist

whose current show "Looking into the fish bowl"

is now @Ladder Gallery

greeted everyone (a packed house) and introduced

Poet John O.

John Oliver is a Miami native, who learned the value

of music and art growing up in Cutler Ridge.

It became a way of life for him.

In 2002, he became engaged in the arts of freestyle,

hip-hip and the writing of poetry.

He published his first book in 2008,

28 Triumphant Poems.

He has become a legend in the Spoken Word circles,

and performs at such venues as Speak and Stone Groove.

Performing many of his legendary works, we were

all rather spellbound.

Immediately following this presentation, I was

off to STASH Gallery, @ 162 NE 50th Terrace for

the opening of Artist Billy Keats newest

works.

In November 2009, STASH Gallery brought it's

popular and successful "Under the Bridge" show

from the outside, in.

6 yrs. previously, Artist Evo Love and Romain Gateau

rented a block of street meters from the City of Miami.

Their vision?

To create an open, out door, Art Gallery, literally under

a bridge @1st St. and NE 2nd Avenue in the Design District.

Providing music and refreshments, they managed to

produce a fully developed show.

Saturday night's opening was an example of how this

format continues to work for them.

With live music rocking the night away, we enjoyed

meeting Billy Keats and seeing his new group of work.

I was thrilled that my friends, Midtown Realtor

extraordinaire, Irene Dakota and her husband,

Photographer Michael Dakota had continued on

to Stash as well.

The appearance of Art Critic and Writer Julia Morton

and her husband, Writer James Pricer only sweetened

the evening.

Home safe and sound after midnight, I was grateful

to go to bed knowing that my Sunday commitments

were scheduled for late in the day.

By 4PM yesterday, I was on my way North to Ft. Lauderdale

for a Easter Barbecue Gathering @ Louise and

Grants fabulous home and studio's.

Grant was engaged in manning the fire, preparing

the feast that lay in store for us.

We all sat in a rather large circle in the backyard,

relishing the cool breeze and the sounds of nature.

True to their brilliant style, as the sun set a

remarkable video presentation began, unannounced

and projected on the wall of the shed outside.

The original mix of music playing and the unusual

and clever use of lighting, they had managed to

create and original art happening.

Being surrounded by loving, creative friends, sharing

great stories and good food, was the perfect ending to

an exciting week.

Never left till after 10PM and was grateful

to arrive safely home.

Ah, and so here we are folks, a new week ahead

of us.

What are your plans, goals, aspirations?

I'm looking forward to quite, uninterrupted

Studio time.

That said, I'm open to all the possibilities

that will doubtlessly present themselves as

the week unfolds.

With a grateful heart, I welcome this new

day.

Ever mindful that it's the journey, not the

destination that counts.

Peace and love.

Friday and The Living is Easy

Bobble Headed Dog made and given to me by 4 yr. old, Miss Taylor Smith : )The charming Peacock Cafe where we dined last night in Coconut Grove.
The Enchantress herself...

Taylor, replet in all things Auntie Myra...
Modeling new headband, gifted by me.

Yesterday was spent @home, taking care of business.

At 4PM I headed South, to Coconut Grove, for my monthly

Girls Night Out, with an amazing 4yr. old, Miss Taylor Smith.

Taylor is the Granddaughter of my beloved, dearly departed,

good friend, Sara.

Sara didn't live to meet this remarkable legacy her son

and daughter-in-law have produced, but I know her spirit

soars when we are together.

I consider it a gift to have this child in my life and delight

in nothing more, than imagining that she is channeling

Sara when we are together.

Having forgotten to get married or have children myself,

this is a particularly special time for me, too.

I play "Auntie Myra" to the hilt, lavishing Taylor

with tutu's, twirly skirts, (usually in shades of pink and

purple, of course)...and all kinds of accessories or accoutrements,

as I like to call them.

Headbands, barrettes, tiara's, handbags...

you get the picture.

Last night we went to a beautiful, newly opened, charming

restaurant in Coconut Grove called Peacock Cafe on

McFarlane Street.

We had the best of times...they even have a tiny table with

chairs, child size.

You can imagine how much this was appreciated

by my dining companion.

As a sit here now, early this Friday morning,

I am reminded of the familiar

refrain, "Thank God it's Friday.

For many, myself included, tonight

@sunset, signifies the beginning of Shabbot.

My Mother lights candles and says a blessing.

"Good Shabbos", is what she always says to me,

if I'm present when she performs this ritual.

I smile as I think about this.

How much this small act represents.

For Shabbot signifies a joyful day of rest.

It's two commandments are; to remember and to observe.

Shabbot is a time when we can set aside our weekly concerns

and devote ourselves to a higher purpose.

Although, I am not considered observant as a follower of the

Old Testament, I am grateful to have the memory of this

ritual, handed down, generation, after generation, to sustain

me the rest of my living days.

Long after my Mother is gone, I shall cherish this memory.

Several weeks ago I attended Phase 1, of Artist Naomi Fisher's Art Project.

A reenacted Isadora Duncan performance piece staged @Vizcaya

@6:30 PM, promptly, on Biscayne Bay at Sunset.

Could anything possibly, have been more breathtaking?

I think not.

Tonight I look forward to attending Phase 2 of Naomi's Art Project

@The Snitzer Gallery in Wynwood.

My plans for tomorrow, include 2 scheduled events.

A Literary Presentation @Ladder Gallery, downstairs from my

Studio @6900 Biscayne Blvd. in the Historic MiMo District.

SUMMER HILL SEVEN a brilliant published author, poet, actor

and attorney will be reading and signing from his new book

"Squircular" an Actors Tale.

Artists EVO LOVE and Romain Gateau have a show opening

at their STASH GALLERY, 151 NE 50th Terrace @ the same time.

I hope to attend them both.

So there it is.

Today, as I walk the walk, I shall be

mindful remembering, observing and devoting

myself to a higher purpose.

How my attitude and actions,

will be reflected back to me.

With faith in my heart,

I ask for restraint and grace.

Pass it forward, People.

Peace and love.

Musing with Myra . Installment #3 . Celebrating National Poetry Month.

Ta da. Installment #3 of Musing with Myra was a smashing success.

Thank you, one and all for showing up and participating in this collaborative effort.

The Arts are my passion and promoting and connecting the Artists, Photographers, Designers, Writers, Performers and all the people that are making it happen every day, is my objective.

The evening went smoothly with everyone having an opportunity to introduce themselves and

sharing poetry.

One of the many highlights of the evening was, Artist Leon Rosenblatt, dramatically leading everyone in singing his rendition of "Let My People Go".

The turn out was tremendous...40 in total.

All agreed, it was a memorable evening.

Looking forward to Installment #4 in May.

Mark your calendars now, People. The 3rd Wednesday in May will be the last Installment of

Musing with Myra until the Fall.

Take advantage of this opportunity to be visible and connect in this exciting Arts Community.

Each one of us can, and do, make a difference.

Be kind to others today.

Do the next right thing.

It's an inside job.

We are all messengers.

Let your love light shine.

"Obey Yo Momma"!

Pass it forward.

Peace and love.

Published Author, Poet, Actor, Attorney SUMMER HILL SEVEN and Myra. Catch SHS @Ladder Gallery, this coming Saturday, April 23rd, 7PM @Ladder Gallery . 6900 Biscayne Blvd. Historic MiMo District he will be reading from and signing his latest book. A not to be missed event, People.

Writer and Actor,Sarah Ann Schuibbeo
Photographer Natalie Gullian, her friend and Published Author, Poet, Actor, Attorney Summer Hill Seven.

Attorney Andrei Nana and Coconut Grove Artist Cherry Oliver.
Art Rep, Peter Neofotistos introducing himself.
Artist, Interior Designer Lana Meadows reading a poem written especially for this event.

Artist Evo Love, Attorney Andrei Nana and Realtor Irene Dakota
Thai Chi Master/Reader/Healer, Stephanie Rosenblatt and Myra
Artist Vince Herrera a/k/a BAD PANDA with his adorable son CRASH, who happens to be showing his Obey Yo Momma sticker.
Susan Vodicka, Nora Denslow and Vince Herrera.
Denis Russ and Andrea Baker Diaz of So. Fla. Community Development.
Grant Genoa kicking off the Poetry Reading...
Artist Leon Rosenblatt leading the group in an impromptu singing of "Let My People Go"...Hilarious . Had to be there, kind of moment.Romain Gateau reciting a special "Haiku"

The amazing Artist, Bayunga Kialeuka introducing himself to the group.
Artist Ernesto Kunde saying hello.

Third Wednesday of the Month...Must be Musing with Myra

Yep.

Musing with Myra, Installment #3, is scheduled for this evening @Wynwood Kitchen & Bar.

Yahoo!

Looking forward to a smashing success.

Is this wishful thinking?

I think not.

Becoming a seasoned player, as each month has passed into an other, I feel confident that when

it's all said and done, tonight will be a win win situation.

My love of people and The Arts comes together once a month, for this, my monthly Arts

Networking Event.

We'll be launching a live broadcast stream, via the internet.

In honor of National Poetry Month, I've asked everyone to bring a poem to share.

Looking forward to hearing what people have to say.

Shout out to The Miami Hearld for listing my event on page #8A in this morning's paper.

Had a memory making 2nd Sedar last night, up in Boca Raton with my Mother.

We were a table of 14. The delicious food was never ending and the reading of the Haggadah,

was particularly meaningful.

As I begin this day, I give thanks to the powers that be for all that is possible.

I shall hit the ground running.

No regrets.

No looking back.

Onward and upward.

Ascending The Arts.

And so it is this lovely morning.

Peace and love.

Tuesday . Count Down for Musing with Myra . 4/19/11

Good Morning World.

Putting out a call for help with coordinating a hopefully, smooth evening of Musing with Myra,

tomorrow from 6-9PM @Wynwood Kitchen & Bar.

I'm in need of a volunteer to greet people as they come in and man the "sign-in" table, making sure everyone signs the guest book and fills out a name tag.

I just posted this request on my Facebook Wall, hoping I'll get a volunteer.

Thanking anyone in advance for their willingness to pitch in.

This morning I will hit the ground running.

9AM appointment here in Hollywood, then on to meet up with the one and only

Kerry McLaney of Miami's Independent Thinkers who is the mastermind behind the concept

we hope to launch tomorrow night. A live broadcast stream, via my laptop for this 3rd Installment of Musing with Myra.

By 5PM, I plan on being in Boca Raton with my Mother for the 2nd night of Passover Sedar

at a friends home.

Whew, I'm exhausted just thinking about the challenges this day holds for me.

I am thinking too, how grateful I am to have this Blog and Facebook available as a way of reaching out to my awesome group of friends.

I am learning to ask for help. People are not mind readers. I feel secure in knowing that somehow the great Universe shall provide all that is needed.

With this in mind, I send out loving thoughts to each and everyone of you.

May your day unfold, opening windows you had no idea existed before.

This is what gives me the strength and courage to get dressed in morning and put myself

out there people.

If it works for me, it'll work for you.

Now put one foot in front of the other and get on with it.

Life is short.

This too shall pass.

Seize the moment.

Remember The Golden Rule,

"do unto others, as you would have them, do unto you".

Treat people, as you would like to be treated.

Make a difference today.

Thanks for staying tuned.

Good Morning Monday .

Tonight is the beginning of Passover.

This holiday celebrates the liberation of the

Jewish People and their freedom from slavery.

Moses said to Pharaoh, "Let my people go".

To all of you who are celebrating this Holiday,

"Hag Samaech".

Last night I was celebrating my Mother's

91st Birthday @Joe's Stone Crab's on So. Beach.

Joe's is a So. Fla. institution and is world class

in every way

We met up with old friends of my deceased,younger brother,

Jerry...Harry and his significant other, Gail a/k/a Mel.

From the stone crabs to the hash browns and cream spinach,

finishing up with the award winning key lime pie, it was divine.

I am blessed to have my Mother in my life and need to

remind myself of this every now and then.

I am grateful for another shared, sweet memory.

Looking forward to my monthly Arts Networking Event,

taking place this coming Wednesday at Wynwood Kitchen and Bar.

I have my work cut out for the rest of the week as well.

Keeping good thoughts, I wish you all a week filled with

new discoveries and much accomplishments.

Remember as you embark upon this new day,

that we are all spiritual people, having a

human experience.

With this thought in mind,

let your spirit soar.

Life is short.

Living it well,

is the best

revenge.

Peace and love.

Sunday . 4/17/11

And so it goes...

Another day, behind me.

9AM @Nissan Dealership

to pick up my new vehicle.

12:15 on my way

to visit with old friend @ his

beautiful house in South Miami.

Gotta love being greeted by

two beautiful, Golden Retrievers,

Savanah and TiBo.

Loving Pisces, the goldfish,

who now joins the mix.

We toured the grounds, admiring

all the award winning specimens of

bromeliad's, palms and who knows

what else.

One perfect gardenia was given to

me.

Be still my heart.

My favorite flower and scent.

By 7:30 PM I was @Ladder Gallery

downstairs from my Studio for the

2nd in a series of 8 Guild Shows

that opened last night.

T. Eliott Mansa was the featured

Artist.

The Guild is a group of eight artists,

curated by Ricardo Pau Llosa.

Sinuhe Vega, Ladder Gallery Owner/Director

and Ricardo are collaborating

in bringing this Guild Series of Artists

together through an

ongoing group of Gallery Shows and

Literary Events.

Saturday, April 23rd, 7 PM, is the next

Literary Event, featuring a reading and

book signing with the very gifted and talented

Author, Poet, Actor, Summer Hill Seven, who's

new book has just been published.

By 9PM I was @Evo Love and Romaine Gateau's

home for a Dinner Party they were hosting.

We were 10, all together for an evening filled

with the food, friends and laughter.

Just after midnight, I arrived safely home.

And here it is Sunday morning already.

Where does the time go???

9AM my indulgent, holistic massage.

5PM @Joe's Stone Crabs with friends

to celebrate my Mother's 91st Birthday.

What's on your agenda today?

Whatever it is, remember to practice

random kindness.

Don't judge your insides, by other

people's outsides.

Keep good thoughts.

All things are possible.