I did not choose this image. It chose me.
It kept tapping my shoulder from the moment I heard the news of Christopher’s unexpected passing earlier this week...perhaps, partly due to all the ‘bird stories’ Chris and I would swap. Or perhaps it was because, in many cultures, Crow is symbolic of spiritual strength and is the keeper and messenger of the sacred. Crow is also one of the most intelligent birds – very mindful, with a complex language and the ability to translate the mysteries of creation...the unformed, into form. Crow understands its mission in life, and reminds us to look for the magic that is around us at all times...alive and available, for us to manifest into creation.
Christopher embodied all of those qualities and more. He brought much light into the world through his generous spirit and boundless energy. Thousands of lives have been transformed through projects he created to demonstrate the healing power of poetry (NORAZ Poets, Young Voices Be Heard, Alzheimer’s Project, Poetry Out Loud, Poetry Slams, etc.).
‘Poetry is Necessary’ is one of the messages Chris brought forth. His bright spirit will live on through his family, his poetry and the many hearts he touched along the way.
“Poetry Is Necessary – Thank you, Christopher Lane”,
© 2012 Cathy Gazda, 5” x 7”, acrylic on canvas panel.
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