Daddy git hert sum time lass year.
Win Crismas com round less reson to cheer.
Ownly one giff to gib to dadd'y two boys.
I sed let baby hab It, he nead a nu toy.
Papa is still hurt when Christmas came around.
Only One gift expected, I don't make a sound.
Papa gives it to Billy, just because was enough.
He knew I was stronger, he knew I was tough.
Dad finally has money to buy us both gifts.
But he only buys a good One for Bill, he forgets I exist.
That night before Christmas, I felt my heart ache.
I could have had something..but again, no reason to wake.
- aL 1996
Heart Wrenched
Artist Note: The red line down the chest is the point of entry, where the heart was literally "wrenched", twisted, and sprained during emotional distress. Acrylic on Canvas (15x30 inches)
Daytrader Blues
Artist Note: This piece not only reflects the stock market, but also the emails/emotions that one hesitates and potentially regrets sending/trading. Acrylic on Canvas (30x48 inches)
Mourning Sun
Artist Note: A personified motherly Filipina Flag weeps for her children who struggle to break out from an economically unjust and politically corrupt household. Acrylic on Canvas (15x30 inches)