 Announcing Martie Coetser-Pozyn Martie Coetser-Pozyn is a force to be reckoned with, and also my dear friend from South Africa. She is fiercely intelligent, passionate, diligent and endearingly direct. She writes with a visceral in your face style while wearing her heart on her literary sleeve. I was thrilled to see Martie's first article in a series about current events in South Africa published on Sunday. Check out her post as you have the time. I am forever reminded of our universality across the miles. I'm also greatly looking forward to following this series, which will publish every Sunday. Martie's Foyer and Sherry Fountain Martie Coetser-Pozyn The humble opinion of an ordinary white, female, and by the way, middle-aged South African. In Martie's own words: "Since 2010 the articles I published in Hubpages have been read by thousands from all over the world. The series "Photo tours of South Africa" has given me the 'nickname' SAA (South Africa's Ambassador), and has led to the request that I write more about current events in South Africa... “...I’ve decided to be only myself while writing about events that capture my interest, and by airing my personal opinions as they come to my mind. I am very aware of the fact that I am only an ordinary white, middle-aged, female, perceiving reality from a specific perspective..." There is nothing ordinary about you, dear Martie. Thank you for demonstrating this quote from Voltaire, you included in your post... "I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it." (Voltaire) Hot off the pressAs if she could read my mind, the talented Sannel Larson has illustrated and published her second coloring book for Adult Relaxation. While I loved the theme of Teatime Pastimes in her first coloring book, the second theme promises to be an instant favorite, Whimsical Cute Animals with Flowers and Gardens. Here are links to both books, for you or someone on your gift list:
Click either image to view and/or purchase via amazon.com A final noteI was thrilled to learn that Bob Dylan was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. I agree this is a "bold gesture to expand the definition of literature" by the Swedish Academy. Why Bob Dylan's Nobel Prize is the best thing that can happen to the book world I appreciate the humility in this quotation and the vastness of Bob Dylan's book of songs. "It's not me. It's the songs. I'm just the postman. I deliver the songs..." Bob Dylan While impossible to identify a favorite song by Bob Dylan, "Blowin in the Wind" seems like a fitting choice to share here with you: ShoutOutsUntil next week, wishing you a balance of curiosity and relaxation,
mar
21 Comments
Mike
10/19/2016 11:48:23 am
This is a great contribution. Some of my favorite people are here today. Wishing Martie much success with her new series. Wishing Sannel continued rivers of inspiration. I admire her contribution to the arts. And Bob Dylan needs nothing from me. I was very happy to hear about his Nobel prize in literature. Maria, this is very inspirational on an otherwise sad day.
Dear Maria,
Oh, Sannel, your praise is so sweet. If I may compare the writing and publishing of this series with a cup of bitter juice I am compelled to drink, I may compare your praise to the sweet and refreshing orange juice I may drink to destroy the nasty taste in my mind.
While listening to ' Blowin In The Wind, ' I am reminded how fragile life is. ( Mary's death ) She was a friend, and I enjoyed her writing so much. She always left kind and meaningful comments on my hub's. On a lighter note, I received a coloring book for Christmas from my granddaughter, Lisa. It's amazing how relaxing it is. I'm happy to learn that Martie is going to write about Africa. I learn so much from her writing.
Dearest Maria, what a great surprise! I didn't expect this tribute, so I'm actually overwhelmed to the point of crying. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This is great news from two incredible ladies. I look forward to learning more about your part of the world, Martie. You have such a knack for finding the most interesting topics and with your gift for photography it will be grand. Thanks for bringing this to light, Maria. Love and hugs to you both.
Audrey hunt
10/20/2016 01:54:24 am
I must be the most blessed person on the planet to have been directed to hub pages where people like you were there to greet me. Dear Martie was the first to reach out to me. Our angel Mary was the second. Oh, dear Audrey, I remember the beginning so well. Thanks to HP we both had the opportunity to come to terms with loss, pain, and even anger. Our healing was thorough, thanks to our wonderful fellow-hubbers. Today we know the vallue of even the merest support. Lots of hugs to you:)
Theresa
10/22/2016 02:52:11 pm
Maria, what a lovely spotlight on our dear Martie, who we can always count on to give it to us straight in sharing her great wisdom and thought-provoking insights as to the realities of the world and her world there in South Africa. She is one brilliant lady, who I respect so much, just like you!
Shauna
11/9/2016 03:19:32 pm
Great post, Mar to honor three talented people. I didn't know Bob Dylan was awarded a Nobel Prize. He's one of my favorite artists. Love his quote on his role in the music we love. Leave a Reply. |
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