Hershel Williams, the last survivor among the 472 servicemen who were awarded the Medal of Honor for extraordinary bravery in World War II, has died. He was 98. nyti.ms/3nsFE3w

Colette Pichon Battle — “Placed Here, In This Calling” onbeing.org/programs/colet…

Today is "Arts & Aging Day" - time to encourage those of us who have lived 50+ years, to remain creative! I love this poem by Mary Oliver - "Wild Geese" - my short contribution (@ 1:37) to our creative flow. #artsandagingca vimeo.com/753179996

How to sing "Amazing Grace." Words that heal the soul. youtube.com/watch?v=z2DtIG…

"The difference between something you make excuses for and something you're proud of is one more round of revisions." - Ann Handley

I’m honored to be named Photographer of the Year by NPPA! I want to thank my The Washington Post Washington Post Photo family for their support. I also want to thank our #Ukrainian colleagues for making the sacrifice to leave their families and stay with us to show the brutally of this war

I have news! My memoir, Chasing Hope, will be published May 14 from Alfred A. Knopf! I feel too young to write a memoir, but I hope you enjoy it. Chasing Hope is available for preorder at bookstores and websites (support your independent book store!). Info at: penguinrandomhouse.com/books/720814/c…

Excellent conversation about Gaza with Thomas L. Friedman on Ezra Klein podcast for New York Times Opinion: nytimes.com/2024/01/19/opi…

Murmuration of starlings in Italy.. 😊

This is World Cancer Day. I am posting this song about #breastcancer in solidarity with those who are currently dealing with cancer of all types. facebook.com/barbaralewismu…

Thrilled by this starred review in ALA_Booklist of my forthcoming memoir from Alfred A. Knopf, "Chasing Hope," citing my coverage of so many epic events. Available now wherever books are sold.

Nature has no words but it is trying to tell you something. Artwork by James Norbury

Love is not an emotion. It’s your very existence ❤️ Rumi Video by daisygilardini

"Civilians in Gaza are falling sick from hunger and thirst because of Israel’s entry restrictions. Life-saving supplies are being intentionally blocked, and women and children are paying the price." --Jan Egeland after visiting Gaza.

As of February 29, 2024 at 11:30 PM EST, Mexican citizens will need a visa to enter Canada unless they meet certain criteria. Most existing electronic travel authorizations (eTAs) for Mexican passport holders are being cancelled. canada.ca/en/immigration… Mexican citizens may

My great friend, the artist, Helene Montpetit writes: "I have been trying to get a likeness of Barbara for months using a different photo. I have done dozens of sketches and this is the first time I have even come close. The lesson? Practice, practice, practice!"

Famine is imminent in Gaza. The international community should hang its head in shame for failing to stop it.

Mike Myers wore a "Canada is not for sale" shirt at the end of #SNL last night 🇨🇦