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"I do believe in an everyday sort of magic...the inexplicable connectedness we sometimes experience with places, people, works of art and the like; the eerie appropriateness of moments of synchronicity; the whispered voice, the hidden presence, when we think we're alone." Charles de Lint

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Keepers of the Flame

I believe art made with the intention to spread love and healing does exactly that. Lori Portka

I wonder if some of you have seen some of the videos of people singing in Minneapolis. Their message is of unity....peace and love....and they are quite moving. 

Judy sent me this lovely card titled Keepers of the Flame depicting the people of Minneapolis standing strong.

It was painted by Lori Portka and 100% of the proceeds go to support the mutual aid groups in Minneapolis. 

Snow boots on the ground, witnessing, recording, and helping people being terrorized. Lori Portka


I'll display it in my dining room for a while...along with my small collection of glass hearts. 

My sister Nancy lives in Minneapolis...and today is not only Valentine's Day...but also her birthday. The restaurant where she works employs several immigrants who all have been directly impacted by the unjust actions of ICE.
Paul and I were downtown today for the regular Saturday protest against the injustice that is happening in our Country. It was HEARTwarming to see that the Valentine's Day Bandit hearts all along our walk.  



There were hundred and hundreds of big red hearts all over the city....I wrote about the tradition here.



And these love signs caught my eye at the protest.

Artful signs meant to spread love and healing. We need love more now than ever!
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  1. dotty seiter: now playingFebruary 14, 2026 at 7:56 PM

    MaryAnn, thank you for every little iota of this post. My spirit is SO thirsty for this outpouring flow of community, love, song, peace, purpose, and unity.

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  2. Judy HartmanFebruary 15, 2026 at 9:35 AM

    Truly a heartfelt post, MaryAnn. I have Lori's card on display here too, and love the idea of Bandit hearts in Portland! In spite of the injustice and cruelty in our country, there is definitely plenty of love also. 💕

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeFebruary 15, 2026 at 9:48 AM

      Thanks again for the card Judy! And eventually the love will overcome the hate.

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  3. RoseanneFebruary 15, 2026 at 1:39 PM

    We all need all the love and healing that can be found, now more than ever. ♥️

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