Heart of Me
by Nava Thompson
Title
Heart of Me
Artist
Nava Thompson
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
A photo taken by Nava Thompson of a pink rose at the historical Peel Mansion in Bentonville Arkansas. The words : "See through the art of me---deep in the heart of me" goes on to say, "Nothing but You"---writen by Ruth Guthrie Harding. .................................. The name of the poem is 'You'. This is a thought that would be great for Valentine's Day---or for an artist.............While the European folk traditions connected with Saint Valentine and St. Valentine's Day have become marginalized by the modern Anglo-American customs connecting the day with romantic love, there are some remaining associations connecting the saint with the advent of spring.................................While the custom of sending cards, flowers, chocolates and other gifts originated in the UK, Valentine's Day still remains connected with various regional customs in England. In Norfolk, a character called 'Jack' Valentine knocks on the rear door of houses leaving sweets and presents for children. Although he was leaving treats, many children were scared of this mystical person..............................In Slovenia, Saint Valentine or Zdravko was one of the saints of spring, the saint of good health and the patron of beekeepers and pilgrims.[35] A proverb says that "Saint Valentine brings the keys of roots". Plants and flowers start to grow on this day. It has been celebrated as the day when the first work in the vineyards and in the fields commences. It is also said that birds propose to each other or marry on that day. Another proverb says "Valentin � prvi spomladin" ("Valentine � the first spring saint"), as in some places (especially White Carniola), Saint Valentine marks the beginning of spring............................................Valentine's Day has only recently been celebrated as the day of love. The day of love was traditionally March 12, the Saint Gregory's day, or February 22, Saint Vincent's Day. The patron of love was Saint Anthony, whose day has been celebrated on June 13.
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February 11th, 2014
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Comments (37)
Doug Kreuger
Nava, What a heartwarming and beautiful sentiment to accompany this peach of a rose! L&F
Doug Kreuger
Nava, I was on a Pond and Garden Walk today, and saw many beautiful flowers, ponds and waterfalls. But, nothing I saw today was more beautiful than this artwork and quote. I agree totally with Marilyn's and Felcia's comments below.
Nava Thompson replied:
Doug---thank you for your thoughtful comments---you are a great artist and friend---much appreciated.
Felicia Tica
Beautiful work and affirmation! Our visit confirm that your work and your heart are wonderful! L
Debbie Portwood
Gorgeous rose shot! and I love the words! I have loved art and nature my whole life! It is deep in me as well! f/love!!