MacArthur Park

 
 
Teera and a fellow writer Bel spent a very pleasant afternoon at the Los Angeles Iconic MacArthur Park during the period the spheres were displayed. It was beautiful eye-catching colorful scenery brightened the whole area.
 
 

Bel is in the process of writing her amazing story   “CHILD OF GOD”.

10,000 children and adults have helped revitalize MacArthur park as part of Portraits of Hope’s latest project. Most of the spheres floated were painted by disabled children and adults

Teera feels privileged to have the opportunity to lend a hand and have met the Massey family, the founders of Portraits of Hope Foundation during the time they passionately worked with the volunteers to accomplish the task.

It was a demonstration of consciousness of human caring for a cleaner environment. Great voices speaking with paintings

 Let the voices be heard in “GRATITUDE”.

For more information please check www.portraitsofhope.org

The Voice – Takisha

 

Her extraordinary voice captured my soul deeply. It was loud and clear. The echo cannot be articulated with words. Keeping my word is important to me, but don't take my word for it, listen to her. I was amazed and so would you, I promise.

After hearing her sing, I thought to myself, I wish David Foster or someone with similar interests would hear her, take her under their wings to promote and introduce her to the entertainment world.

This girl has got pipes! Even without a microphone and musical equipment, she sounds amazing. She sings classics like “The star - spangled banner" and “Ave Maria” and much more like no one ever did. Songs sung by Michel Jackson, Elvis Presley, Whitney Houston, and great songs of this generation, you name it, she is got it all covered. She gives new life to Hit parade oldies!

Her voice is timeless!

The day I discovered Takisha will always be a day to remember with joy and gratitude. I knew I was supposed to be there at that time. I had gone to her family's restaurant on that day mainly to forget my problems, and encourage the child who appreciates my presence in her life.

When she sang "you raise me up" and "Amazing Grace" the tears of joy filled my eyes rolled down my face. A burden was lifted off me. Sometimes God has a kid's voice. I got the answer I needed. Oftentimes Miracles take place when we forget about our problems and focus on someone else needs our time and attention. and the rewards are usually awesome!

Takisha is a singer, songwriter, poet and a dancer with undeniable talent. She is confident and self-assured but filled with gratitude. Her goal is not to impress but to bless the world with the amazing gift given to her.

I once canceled an appointment on Takisha's mom's request and decided to stop by at the restaurant for one hour..However I ended up staying for over five hours. Takisha started singing and dancing to the song."I want to dance with somebody" by Whittney Houston, and continued singing in many languages and dancing for almost five hours.

Her stunning performance that evening took my breath away. A concert to entertain her one fan audience with a big bang. There wasn't a dull moment. She sang 91 songs that evening.

My soul rejoiced for I was graced as this assignment turned out to be a treat for me. The Best! a sacred evening. She is so ready to face the biggest audience. The world.

I found a precious pearl at the Pearl Island restaurant! Takisha is now 17.

I particularly admire Takisha's courage and determination for example; even though Takisha doesn't speak or understand Sinhalese, when she was challenged, she learned the Sri Lankan national Anthem in two days with the help of her mother and surprised all of us on Sri Lanka day 2017, sponsored by the Sri Lanka Foundation. Her voice echoed all over Colorado Blvd. Pasadena.

I stood in the audience in amazement when she finished with a radiant smile. A moment of Triumph! A glorious day to reminisce for I have been chosen to be a part of her journey. People only got a glimpse of her undeniable talent

I wouldn't want to miss any opportunity to introduce her to the world and strongly believe the Universe in its time will connect her with the proper source to open the road to achieving her goals. Takisha is a star in the making, hoping for the right opportunity to take her talent and her dreams to the next level. More details will be revealed in my follow up book 'Divine Connections"

It is said to be happy for others and your turn will come. 'Caring is the art of sharing" I am very excited to share the good news!

 

Connect with Takisha

Please contact Takisha's parents  at PearlIslandCafe@gmail.com  or 818-530-8022 if you would love to be the source to catapult Takisha to the place she belongs in the world.

The Opportunity of a Lifetime to Make a Positive Difference in the Society/World

I am so proud to tell you it has been 17+ years since we first began giving a helping hand to the Welcome House in Sri Lanka. Your contributions paved the way for many women and children in dire need of a hand to heal and turn their lives around to find their way.

Your gift also helps promote and support scholarships for the orphaned children of prison inmates. The children live in isolation and are shamed for the crimes committed by their parents.

Please check the website http://friendsofprisonerschildren.org.lk for details. It takes a special person to lend a hand when it is as easy to look the other way. Please help the charity that saved me.

In addition, our goal is to promote a rehabilitation program for the prisoners who are released after serving Time for the crimes committed.

It is a privilege to be able to give back to those who are in great need. Your support restores HOPE and the promise that once seemed far away.

For a generous donation of $25 or more, you will receive a free copy of my memoir (available at amazon.com). It is the story of my journey where I found refuge at the Welcome House at the most difficult time of my life.

 

Oceans 17 de Fonseka Foundation is a California registered nonprofit organization. The goal is to help people in need around the world.