Tag Archives: 4th of July

Poetry Friday–RETHINKING THE 4th

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Michelle Kogan Art, Illustration, & Writing

  Happy Poetry Friday! I was in a quandary about this post as we approach the 4th of July weekend and its celebrations. My views on July 4th as independence day have changed. If we are as a country, as … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday–4th of July

Posted on July 4, 2019 by Michelle Kogan Art, Illustration, & Writing

Happy Poetry Friday and Happy 4th of July! I’m sharing an acrostic poem for the 4th reflecting on American values. And a poem by Emma Lazarus whose poem “The New Colossus” was engraved on the Statue of Liberty’s pedestal in … Continue reading →

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4th of July–haiku & art

Posted on July 4, 2018 by Michelle Kogan Art, Illustration, & Writing

have a multi-  racial-rainbow July 4th celebration! © 2018 Michelle Kogan

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Poetry Friday: Responsibility and Freedom

Posted on June 28, 2018 by Michelle Kogan Art, Illustration, & Writing

For this 4th of July Poetry Friday I’m thinking about Responsibility and Freedom. I’m sharing a poem, some art and a taste from the Charles White art exhibit now at The Art Institute of Chicago. If you are here in … Continue reading →

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Happy 4th of July–Poem and Art

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Michelle Kogan Art, Illustration, & Writing

FOURTH OF JULY For this 4th of July slip-in-a-slice of strawberry rhubarb pie, Grab-a-friend-or-two, Kick back and watch a firefly,      Spread a handful of love,          and a big sprinkle of joy                  for this 4th of July! © … Continue reading →

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#WorldWatercolorMonth Poem and Painting

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Michelle Kogan Art, Illustration, & Writing

Firefly 4th Have a Fantastic Firefly 4th of July! © 2016 Michelle Kogan

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