Lasting Impressions with Sian Lindemann
It is a time on Earth where one must take pause to reflect on what is GOOD in the world, for if we are subject to the news, and belief that “the sky is falling,” it can be cause for stress and discomfort.
It is also, times like these, where little “surprises” come into my world, into my work, and into my interaction with artists, who continue to inspire me after 30 years in the business of “art.”
Roses On The Windshield, is just such a project.
Phil Reid PhotographyRoses On The Windshield, is a love story, for which I am grateful to Paul and Brenda Flood, allowing me a private “view” on their relationship and their marriage.
Where divorce, separation and alienation are the norm, it is refreshing to interact with Paul and Brenda, who have managed to maintain the love and affection that once attracted them, and that has sustained them, as a couple, for 30 years.
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In Paul’s own words…
“Hello and welcome to Roses on the Windshield. It's a very special place, a refuge of love and sharing. A place to read inspiring stories of the things people do to show and share their love with their loves.This site is dedicated to lovers, falling in love, being in love and (especially) staying in love. I'm Paul Flood and I created it to show my love for my wife, Brenda. During a particularly challenging moment in my life, Brenda put a Rose on my windshield that lifted my spirits, strengthened our love and changed my life.”
Jim Zuckerman Photography“Roses on the Windshield are not just for lovers. They are there to share with our children, our parents, our brothers, sisters, neighbors, co-workers and pets. They may be flowers. They may be words, smiles, notes or an attitude. The key for us is to realize that the Roses are always staring us directly in the eyes, to realize that somewhere... no, everywhere, somebody craves Roses on their Windshield.”
You’re Asking…
What Do “Roses” have to do with ART? Or Networking?
A book is in progress now, titled “Roses OnThe Windshield”. We are holding two contests, one for writers and one for photographers.
With an intent to review up to 3,000 stories and selected photographs, we engender to create an award winning book of tender and heartwarming stories of love and gestures of love…”your” roses…
Phil Reid PhotographyFor writers…
the $2,000 grand prize roses on the windshield story contest
“Are you an aspiring author or writer with Rose stories of your own to tell the world? Maybe your not an author but are excited about the opportunity to tell others about your Roses, the special and ordinary things you do that keep your love vibrant, alive and strong.
Brenda and I are excited to announce the first annual Roses on the Windshield Rose story contest. This is your chance to submit your Roses for publication in the first edition book of Roses on the Windshield, Secrets for Staying in Love.”
For photographers…
An opportunity to become the featured photographer for the book cover, will also garner a $2,000 prize, and selected other images to become the chapter headers, with prize money for the second and third place winners.
Celebrity Judges
Judging the written content will be award winning author, Mabel I Am. She is known for her current New York Times, best seller, I Love You, Now What?
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Judging the photography submissions will be world renowned photographer, Jim Zuckerman.
Jim ZuckermanThe “wonder” of this project, and its arrival on my desk is what I call, perfect timing.
Recovering from the wound of a broken heart, I am feeling courageous, to consider….allowing love, once again to find me.
“Roses On The Windshield” are stories of encouragement and hope for those who may have also been wounded by love. Knowing the possibilities and perhaps the HOW to sustain one’s personal relationship are tools needed in these times.
There are few examples that are demonstrations from which to learn.
“Roses on the Windshield” is “one” way.
Through change, time, and inspired stories like these, the concept is relevant.
The contest is another way to support the writers AND photographers, who at this time are subject to a very unsteady world, in the arts.
The collapse of our economy, and the subsequent fear that has ensued, is a situation that required a complete reversal of my thinking as it relates to the business side of “art.”
Utilizing the images, and stories as way to “tell” a story and to support an ideal is not new. The onset of Social Media and its ability to broadcast across the web, to people around the world, IS new…and has been starving for content that is “real,” valuable and personal.
“Roses On The Windshield” is food for the heart and soul. It is an honor to work with Paul and Brenda Flood, and I so thank them for their willingness to share the depth of their “precious” hearts
Coming Soon… “Roses On The Windshield”
We want to hear YOUR Story, “your rose”….
Submissions
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Sian Lindemann, 2009
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