Beth

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The Dedication of Jerusalem Farm

A new farm is getting established. But Jerusalem Farm is located in the heart of the city. On Tuesday May 1 (about 9 months after the effort commenced) leaders, community members, and friends of the Farm gathered for a dedication Mass to celebrate the “birth” of this exciting new project and community.

Welcoming friends to the farm.

Gathering for Mass in the newly renovated dining room.

(The dining room three days earlier.)

Dave Armstrong, founder and Chairman of the Board of Jerusalem Farm.

Guests enjoy the comedic stylings of Dave Armstrong as he introduces the Farm.

Blessing the Board of Directors and leaders of Jerusalem Farm at the end of Mass.

Sharing a potluck meal of homemade and locally-grown food.

During a video interview, project coordinator Jordan Schiele explains key concepts of the Farm with his wife, Jessie, executive director.

This is just the beginning, for Jerusalem Farm and for this photographic story.

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On Air – Stone Cutters Union

April 20, 2012, Kansas City-based band Stone Cutters Union plays live on air for 90.1 KKFI Band Auction, a benefit for the station.

Tuning up in the green room.

Warming up, sliding down.

That number again. Chad.

Quick sound check.

On air.

Sean, Matt, Chris.

The blues.

Dedication to your station.

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Emerald River

Paddling around on Chicago’s famous green river on St. Patrick’s Day.

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It was winter

At the Mustard Seed Catholic Worker Farm. But there are preparations to be made.

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What’s wrong with Honduras?

The United Nations has recently tagged Honduras as the world’s most violent country. Then, just yesterday news broke on a devastating fire in a crowded national prison, killing over 350 inmates, half of whom weren’t even convicted. These stories led me to reflect on the disheartening condition of this small Central American country which drew me in just six short months ago.

My visit to Honduras this past August lasted only a week – barely long enough to get one’s bearings when traveling to someplace exotic. My time in the capital Tegucigalpa was taken up with photography projects with Water With Blessings and the Fransiscans friars who hosted me. But in that short time I was lucky enough to experience a rich taste of the culture (traditional and modern) and to meet many generous, kind-hearted people. Within that time I also heard several wrenching stories of families tormented not only by poverty and lack of clean water, but also by ruthless gangs and horrific murders happening weekly in their neighborhoods.

The reasons for Honduras’ present violent and poverty-stricken situation are many and complex, more than a few of which are related to other countries in this volatile region as well as the USA. Still learning and researching, I do not know what the future holds for the country. I was only in Honduras for a week, but the people captured my heart. And at this time, as the news reminds me of them and things only seem to be getting worse, my heart goes out to them. I pray that those good, hard-working people I met may become the most powerful, peace-making force in their nation.

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Los Niños de Dios February 2012

Just installed the series Los Niños de Dios at Homer’s Coffee House in Overland Park, KS. Go grab a Mexican Hot Chocolate (a favorite) or beverage of choice and enjoy the show and atmosphere. Up through February and all prints available for sale.

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2011 re-view

12 months. 12 images I hadn’t gotten the chance to share. A good-looking year.

The Prairie Center, Olathe, KS

Snowstorm just beginning at The Liberty Memorial, Kansas City, MO.

Mount Nebo, Arkansas.

Steamed Broccoli

Experimentation on the 4th of July.

Cycling for Change 2011

A Missouri conservation area and the site of my great-grandparents homestead.

Water With Blessings, Honduras

ML&B

Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge, Missouri

Roanoke Park, Kansas City, MO

Prairie burn, near Adrian, MO

Here’s to an exciting and peace-filled 2012!

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Fading Christmas Light

I recently took a short stroll in central North Kansas City (the City of) to play with composition and the light of twilight. Coincidentally, some obscure movie called Twilight was playing at the old Armour theatre.

Uniquely decorated Christmas trees line Armour Road, fastened to the lamp posts to keep from toppling over. (That may be the first time I’ve ever written “toppling”. Op, there’s the second.)

Sparkly, blue ornament balls put me in a reflective mood.

The Holiday Fine Art Print Sale continues…

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Cant I? On 39th.

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