by Jeanne I. Lakatos, Ph.D.
Introduction:
- Dr. Jeanne Iris
- Current: Danbury, CT, United States
- Welcome! A few years ago, I discovered an application that artists employ in their works to bring cultural awareness to their audiences. Having discerned this semiotic theory that applies to literature, music, art, film, and the media, I have devoted the blog,Theory of Iconic Realism to explore this theory. The link to the publisher of my book is below. If you or your university would like a copy of this book for your library or if you would like to review it for a scholarly journal, please contact the Edwin Mellen Press at the link listed below. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Announcements
15 October, 2024
Flow: "It Don't Mean a Thing..."
14 October, 2024
Upon Viewing the Bog Bodies Exhibit at the National Museum of Ireland
Inside
the exquisitely sculpted rotunda,
behind exhibits of gold and amber adornments,
exposed in tombs of plexiglass,
lay remains of people
who once held hands,
smiled gently to their loved ones,
kissed softly on moonlit nights.
Centuries pass,
and as her silent witness meets theirs,
she senses a tear's warmth
and whispers a prayer
that their spirits are far away
and at peace.
© Jeanne I. Lakatos
13 October, 2024
One Autumn Morning
I created the following from today's facebook post because it was such a beautiful autumn day in Connecticut. It's extended a bit from pure inspiration.
One Autumn Morning
On cool, crisp, autumn mornings,
such as this,
isn't it grand to sip a cup of coffee,
set the world's troubles aside for a moment,
observe the golden leaves falling
from generous branches,
knowing full well that eventually,
those fallen whispers
of joy and love
dancing through the air
as if they have one more chance,
one more hope
to share in life's pleasures,
will be swept up
and added to the compost
where they will begin life anew,
and the circuitous path begins.
©Jeanne I. Lakatos
12 October, 2024
Upon Reading Philosophy Late at Night
11 October, 2024
Aurora Borealis
Aurora Borealis
I search the evening sky to see
the stars staring back at me
at their usual positions
in the heavenly firmament.
Then, my eyes, are they deceiving me?
There it is... softest glow of pink and maroon,
enveloping a fluffy mass of light clouds.
It makes me wonder if another's eyes
are viewing this heavenly sight,
a shared brilliance from stars and aurora.
I thank God for allowing me
the glorious view of the rosy hue,
this geomagnetic event:
Aurora Borealis.
© Jeanne I. Lakatos
10 October, 2024
To Grandma
My Grandmother worked in the auto industry in Detroit, but she also had a special talent for baking Hungarian pastries, cakes, and of course, those great Hungarian dinners. She 'tried' to teach me how to create confectioner flowers, such as those she would make for the many wedding and birthday cakes that she created for people in the Detroit metropolitan area. The key words: she tried. I tried, too. Her patience with me was saintly.
My Grandma, Anna
To Grandma
I feel your loving presence,
my beautiful angel,
whenever I touch the petals of a rose,
for your talented hands taught me
how to form each intricate petal
made from your famous sweet recipe.
No matter how many times I failed,
your tender words of comfort
soothed my sorrow, my pain,
and through your beautiful eyes,
I could see that sparkle of life
as you taught me what it was
to love.
© Jeanne I. Lakatos
09 October, 2024
Comfort is a Crackling Fire
08 October, 2024
A Humble Creation
A Humble Creation
the Mighty Sculpture
molds and shapes me
into that which will
inevitably
become the fulfillment
of my dreams ~
His promise,
and I can feel
the special pliancy
of His wondrous hands
as He blends
the Sorrow and the Pain
into the sculpted Reality of
Love and Joy
in my life.
I am a humble creation
of the Almighty Artist.
06 October, 2024
Ballerina
05 October, 2024
A Gathering of Souls
Friendship bound by a common thread
nourished with Eternal Bread
of kindness, love, and stories shared
revealing truth to one who cared.
These are the Blessings we unfold,
as youthful dreams become 'days of old'
and gatherings are more carefully planned,
honoring love as a theme so grand.
Refrain from giving confusion reign!
A shivering soul has warmth to gain,
I pick up my needle with colorful thread
Repair the tattered.
Share the Bread.
© Jeanne I. Lakatos
04 October, 2024
One Toothy Smile... for a Price
03 October, 2024
Artistry
02 October, 2024
Your Smile - Votre Sourire
Your Smile Votre Sourire
I am alone Je suis seul.
but I am not lonely, mais je n'ai pas de solitude,
for I have your smile parce que j'ai votre sourire
in my heart. dans mon coeur.
Your love flows through me Votre amour, le courant a travers茅 moi
with delightful enthusiasm avec l'enthusiasme ravissant,
as a cup of warm tea comme une tassede th茅 chaud
in a French cafe dans le restaurant du caf茅 en fran莽ais
on a rainy day sur un jour de pluvieux
brings solace effectuer la consolation
and quiet laughter et rire de calme
to my soul. a mon 芒me.
© Jeanne I. Lakatos © Jeanne I. Lakatos
(My reading of this poem is on Pod-omatic at the bottom of this page...
In English and en Francais aussi!)
01 October, 2024
Reservoir of Drought
Whilst so many people struggle with the aftermath from the forces of water released during the track of Hurricane Helene, others in this same country struggle with a lack of precipitation. Contrasts in need for prayer!
Reservoir of Drought
answers to struggling pleas,
but the sun suffocates, intensifies more,
and rain is nowhere to be seen.
Now is the time for prayer to go out
for release from this voracious drought.