THE ITCH FOR REALITY This is the information age Where do we go for it? Many use devises Local (fake) newspapers The internet which is Only 90% fake news Radio is a possibility Not always convenient We communicate Without speaking Shop on line; few stores Do not touch money Make friends on line Entertain with devices Detached from the physical But crave it as never before Handshakes and hugs are In the process of vanishing We still seek connections With real touch and feel Who make the objects we desire? How can we embrace them? Reflect on their methods of using Natural or found materials We need connections They are found in art In the way we decorate Imitate artistic trends In our lifestyles and Sometime soon, we hope In our return to how it was When personal was tangible Stanski May 15, 2020 ^