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Cherish Each Encounter
Written by Heidi Morris
Wednesday, 22 February 2012 10:37
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Life’s unpredictability has its way of turning my emotions upside down like a roller coaster. Yesterday, I found myself starting to cry, feeling completely discouraged in regards to a difficult situation that has no end in sight. Oddly enough, in that same moment, I felt like I had an unrelated revelation about my life. A quiet realization that caused incredible happiness to coexist with that sorrow.

I was fortunate to have caring and dedicated parents growing up. In addition to them, I was blessed with other great influences. One in a friend who had a very special mother. Her name was Beth, and she had this wonderful gift of making everyone feel like they were the most special person in the world. I decided then that she was exactly the kind of person I wanted to be. She listened enthusiastically, gave generously, and was pulled together, but not so much that she seemed perfect. I was heartbroken when she passed away in my late teens, but it spurred me on even more to pursue loving others in the way she did.

As I cried yesterday, I realized that in the years that have passed, life has slowly shaped me towards becoming just as I hoped I would. Some challenges that I have faced aren’t ones that I would have chosen, but they are the perfect things that needed to happen to me to create that heart like Beth outwardly expressed. Things that have helped me discern what is worthy of my time, and what things are superficial and will fade.

Though I only knew her from an outside view, I’m sure she was aware of her shortcomings (as I am keenly aware of mine) she made quite the impression on me. She apparently impacted me down to some strange details. I noticed in that moment, that I too ironically have a saddle as decoration in my living room, which I recalled was the case in her home 20 years ago. That surprised me as I laughed at the unconsciously similar design choice that I had made.

I’m thankful that people in my life displayed how to love well, serve humbly, and compassionately accept others. Whether you had those kind of examples in your life or not, it’s never too late to grow into who you hope to be. I still have so much changing to do, as those who know me best would honestly confirm. Nevertheless, I will keep striving in hope that my life will be worthy enough to inspire another little heart somewhere. You may never know whose heart wants to follow after yours, so cherish each one that you meet.

 
Iconography and Mythology
Written by Sarah Hovis
Saturday, 18 February 2012 19:42
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Western artists historically have drawn inspiration for their works from religious and mythological beliefs, to symbols of Christianity from Egypt, Greece and Rome. Contemporary artists have also been influenced by beliefs and symbols of Asian, Indian, Norse, Native American, African and other world cultures. These are the basis for movies, books, video games, animated stories and all forms of literature and art. Beverly Smith, Professor of Art History, will discuss some of these great stories and symbols and the works they inspired at the Rochester Hills Public Library on Thursday, March 8 at 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Registration is required and open to those with a Rochester Hills Public library card. To register go to the Events Calendar at www.rhpl.org or call 248-656-2900. The Rochester Hills Public Library is located in downtown Rochester two blocks east of Main Street off of University Drive on Olde Towne Road. For more information, please call 248-650-7124.

 
Detroit During World War II
Written by Sarah Hovis
Saturday, 18 February 2012 19:38
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Learn about Detroit during World War II from Karen AJ Miller, History Professor at Oakland University on Tuesday, March 6 at 7 p.m. at the Rochester Hills Public Library. During World War II, Detroit experienced unprecedented growth.  As demand for housing and other resources exploded, war-time restrictions on materials slowed the construction of new homes and schools. Professor Miller will discuss how this created a social crisis as too many workers fought over too few houses. The result was tension that often erupted into political violence

Registration is required and open to those with a Rochester Hills Public library card. To register go to the Events Calendar at www.rhpl.org or call 248-656-2900. The Rochester Hills Public Library is located in downtown Rochester two blocks east of Main Street off of University Drive on Olde Towne Road. For more information, please call 248-650-7124.