Two holiday seasons ago (December, 2012), my husband and I were invited to have lunch on Disney property, with a gentleman who heads the Wish Connection charity. The organization was founded by AT&T employees in San Antonio, Texas, and grants wishes to children with life-threatening…

A reflection on art history reveals an undeniable connection between artistic expression and activism. The Wiki definition of activism is as follows: "...consists of efforts to promote, impede, or direct social, political, economic or environmental change, or stasis". Mirroring personal observations of society through art can be cathartic for the creator; but those who feel compelled to share it with others are…