Olympus can be Climbed in Kashmir
This poem is dedicated to one of the most courageous women I know. She is only slight to look at but has the most pure heart and brave disposition. I met her on the Rotary Peace and Conflict Studies Program in Bangkok. She speaks honestly to soldiers, governments, delegates at EU conferences, in any forum.… Continue reading
The Mothers of Afghanistan – Bibi Shireen
Bibi was a simple Afghan mum who at 13 married her deceased sister’s husband of 40. She gained 3 children then had 4 of her own. She was incredibly brave and showed me the beauty of the Afghan people beyond the veil of our cultural misconceptions. I had the unique opportunity to spend time with… Continue reading
Not On Our Watch: A Responsibility to Connect
Not On Our Watch was a NGO set up by George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon and others to help the people of Darfur. I sent this poem with a letter. I was seeking to connect not because they were famous but because George Clooney was a UN Peace Ambassador. I did have some concerns… Continue reading
Con-Stella-Elevation of Peace
This was a poem I felt inspired to write to Stella Cornelius. I gave it to her whilst she was alive. She dedicated her life to peace, and I dedicate peace to her life.
CON-STELLA-ELEVATION OF PEACE
There is an elder of this tribe,
Who sends out smoke signals to all tribes,
For it is… Continue reading