Blooming into a Greater Version of Ourselves

Chicago artist Bryon Taylor tells his students at Little Black Pearl Art & Design Academy that “community is a garden,” which is portrayed in his Southside mural, “Sowing Seeds.” Dancers are dressed in yellow, resembling a sunflower. Children seem to sprout from seeds. Outstretched arms form a tree. And two people, as roses, are meditating. At the top of the mural are emblazoned the words, “Love is Law.” Bryon says that no matter your neighborhood, everyone should have the chance to “bloom into a greater version of themselves.”
“And then the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to bloom.” - Anais Nin
Affirmative prayer: Today, I consciously participate in the creative, life-giving miracle of the Universe. As Divine Love brings Life into form through Its creative means, I bring clarity, energy, and expression to my inspired ideas. I plant the seeds of goodness and bear witness to love made manifest. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.

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