The Queen of Ragu or Beyond Boundaries

The Artist Challenge is premiering ’"Beyond Boundaries" Tonight- Oct. 17th in Gallery #19! The Inferno Writers Challenge is totally rocking out! Stop by and see for yourself!

When Margaret Elizabeth showed up for her school photo in a pink tootoo and sword at her side, I have to admit I was a bit taken-back. She strolled into position in front of the photographer and screamed out, “I am the Queen of Ragu!”

I didn’t quite understand at the time, but couldn’t help but laugh. What could it hurt? It was just a school photo and there was something I admired about her Hudspeth. Margaret was an individual who would easily step beyond boundaries and no one could deny it.

Margaret’s parents were artist and they understood the most important thing they could do for her as parents is to allow her imagination to flourish. So, Margaret went through her school years forever surprising all of us with her antics.

By the time her class was in their senior year, most of the kids went on to standard jobs and became part of society. Not Margaret Elizabeth! Post College she joined the Peace Corp. Later she went on to become a screen writer and the last I heard she was running for a Congressional seat. I would wager a bet that Margaret made all her imagined young dreams a reality.

I still teach and occasionally hear from my students but rarely Margaret Elizabeth. Then one day last week I received a package. Inside was the pink tootoo and sword. The note said,
“I have a feeling that you may know a kid that needs this more than I do now. Thanks. -The Queen of Ragu”

I set it down and chuckled for a moment. I know just the kid that needs this.
Vikki
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It is only fear that keeps all of us from dawning a pink tootoo, or the equivalent, and stepping beyond defined boundaries. Yet in truth it is exactly what we all want and need to do at least once in our lives.

The Artist Challenge is premiering “Beyond Boundaries" today (October 17th). This is my submission. Please stop by and say hello to the artists. And BTW- Art makes one of the best gifts you can give someone you love for the Holidays.

My painting is called “The Queen of Ragu”. The painting is Acrylic, 16”x 20” on a gallery wrap canvas. The original is priced at $695 and prints will be available.
You can contact me through The Red Chair Gallery.

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The Inferno- http://theartistchallengeinferno.blogspot.com/

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