Honoring the Past, Building a Future
Perhaps you know by now that I am never without a book to read. But after immersing myself in the weighty pages of Henry Kissinger, George H.W. Bush, James A. Baker, Colin Powell, and Brent Scowcroft—the latest chapter in my reading life—I need a change of pace. A different kind of intrigue, one that doesn’t … Continue reading Trading Main Street for Murder: A Break from Preservation
A few years back, I bookmarked an article about David Zinn, a street artist known for his delightful chalk creatures. His whimsical drawings, reminiscent of children's book illustrations, feature friendly animals interacting with their surroundings in clever ways. Using optical illusions, he creates the illusion of bottomless chasms, hidden tunnels, or playful creatures peeking out … Continue reading Drawing Attention: A Playful Vision for Street Art in Rocky Mount, NC
These photographs are from my Pinterest Boards that I have collected over time There’s something about an old doorknob that stops me in my tracks. The weight of it in my hand, the patina of age, the craftsmanship—these small details whisper of lives once lived, of voices, of hands turning the knob at the end … Continue reading The Doorknobs of Yesterday – Unlocking Our Rocky Mount, NC Future
The Doorknobs of Yesterday - Unlocking Our Rocky Mount, NC Future
Main Street Rocky Mount 