After the dark night ends, the Ginkgo leaves fall. A bird flies and finds a flower to bring each night to the Great Oak Tree. Night and Day show gratitude for ALL living things.
I embroidered this piece to help myself relax during the Covid-19 pandemic. I am surrounding myself with my friends, the plants, to shield me from harm, and to support my colorful heart that gives me life. That is a dream I had not too long from now.
I am protected by my Mother. Reina is her name. When I heard the calling to join civil protests, but my immigration status kept me away, I invoked the protection of the queen.
I take refuge in the memories of the innocence of my childhood. I wanted to be blonde with blue eyes. With this vest I purge the desire to be someone else — I am me!
