Poetry and musings by Tamara Albanna. "Tamara Albama reveals many faces in her collection of "poetry and musings, As I Lay by the Tigris and Weep. Her untitled and deceptively simple pieces, none more than a page long, describe a fierce woman who calls for nothing less than a world-wide revolution against the misogyny of "old men in their robes/ so terrified of little girls who bleed/ paralyzed at the thought of all that power. . ./ They must suppress her from the cradle to the grave/ because if she realizes her power/ theirs will be no more." Albama reminds us-and herself-that she is: descended from the "Priestesses of Sumer/ A land they call, 'The Cradle of Civilization,'/ a time when Goddess reigned/ and women honored as her incarnation on Earth/ Today, this land is drowning in the blood of/ innocents-all because we have forgotten Her." Slowly she has discovered and forged the inner strength necessary both to survive and to effect change. In one of the "musings " mentioned in the book's title, Albama relates: "To survive my childhood, I learned how to weavewords, step in and out of different realities,different worlds, anything to escape thecruelty of my present situation.I look back and realize the power I had." In some pieces, Albama apostrophizes the Beloved, reminiscent of the great Persian mystic poet known as Rumi. Filled with ecstatic adoration, Rumi's unidentified "Beloved" represented, we are told, his idea of God. Similarly, the identity of Albama's "Beloved" is ambiguous, but perhaps she addresses those to whom she dedicates her book, "To the Goddess, my Motherland, and women and girls all over Mother Earth." What is not ambiguous is that Albama calls for us to abjure subordination, suppression, and silence originating in fear and hatred based on identities assigned us at birth, and incites us to rebel and own our strength and beauty." -Donna Snyder, author of The Tongue Has its Secrets

As I Lay By the Tigris and Weep

Literature & Fiction

Albanna, Tamara

Poetry

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

When we think of Inanna, she is usually envisioned as the descending Goddess-and often, it is her time spent in the Underworld that most alluded to. While the Underworld, or the "shadow" is vital, it is equally important to remember what happens after the time spent in the darkness, the void, or the long dark tunnel. We descend our entire lives it seems-only coming up for brief moments of respite. Patriarchy pushes us down repeatedly-and sometimes, we just stay there. Inanna's Ascent examines how females can rise from the underworld and reclaim their power, sovereignly expressed through poetry, prose and visual art. All contributors are extraordinary women in their own right, who have been through some difficult life lessons-and are brave enough to share their stories. With contributions by: Amanda Lee Morris, Annelinde Metzner, Annie Finch, Arna Baartz, Benedetta Crippa, Carolina Pereira Miranda, Carolyn Lee Boyd, Chantal Khoury, Daphne Moon, DeAnna L'am, Rev. DiAnna Ritola, Donna Snyder, Genevieve Deven, Glenys Livingstone, Ph.D., Hayley Arrington, Heather Mendel, Iriome R. Martín Alonso, Iyana Rashil, Jaclyn Cherie, K. A. Laity, Laura Shannon, Laura Tempest Zakroff, Lennée Reid, Liliana Kleiner, Ph.D., Lori Newlove, Lyn Thurman, Melanie Miner, Melissa Pandina, Miriam Robbins Dexter, Ph.D., Molly Remer, Nina Erin Hofmeijer, Nuit Moore, Patricia Ballentine, Sinem Koca, Sofia Wren, Susan Morgaine, Talia Segal, Tamara Albanna, Tara Reynolds, Trista Hendren and Vicki Scotti. Praise for Inanna's Descent ¨Raw, insightful and compelling, this book resonates. Inanna's Ascent rekindles the ancient recognition of women's intimate connection with the Goddess. Inanna's Ascent shows how women are recovering the sovereignty that is their fundamental birthright.¨ -P.D. Mackenzie Cook, Author of Epona: Hidden Goddess of the Celts

Inanna's Ascent: Reclaiming Female Power

Self-Help

Hendren, Trista

Personal Transformation

Introducing KISMET. A collection of poetry and experimental paintings. Explore the vividness of Tamara's art along with the visceral movements of her words. Her art explores the dampness and allows for the mind to wander, letting you interpret the work as you please.

Kismet

Arts & Photography

Painting

Leaf Publishing House

When we think of Inanna, she is usually envisioned as the descending Goddess--and often, it is her time spent in the Underworld that most alluded to. While the Underworld, or the "shadow" is vital, it is equally important to remember what happens after the time spent in the darkness, the void, or the long dark tunnel. We descend our entire lives it seems--only coming up for brief moments of respite. Patriarchy pushes us down repeatedly--and sometimes, we just stay there. Inanna's Ascent examines how women can rise from the underworld and reclaim their power. All contributors are extraordinary women in their own right, who have been through some difficult life lessons--and are brave enough to share their stories.

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Trista Hendren

Today more than ever, the image of the Goddess of Willendorf is a relevant one. Women and girls are bombarded with Photoshopped images of an "ideal" body shape that is quite literally unattainable. Remembering Willendorf's powerful story reminds us of the beautiful abundance of the female body, with all of her hills and valleys, lush softness, and fertility. You don't want to miss this body-positive celebration of the Great Mother Goddess!\nPraise for My Name is Goddess of Willendorf 
“At last—the truth about the Goddess of Willendorf, Mother of All. No, we Her daughters are not all skinny like some male standard demands. Yes, some of us Her daughters have soft thighs. Yes, we Her daughters are of many colors and speak many languages. Our own daughters will be inspired by this beautifully illustrated book to see themselves more clearly and more gently.” 
-Barbara Ardinger, Ph.D., Author of Goddess Meditations, Practicing the Presence of the Goddess, and Finding New Goddesses\n“Counters the toxic message of patriarchy...sets a new tone, a new and healthy narrative for women and girls. Liberates us all from the shackles of self doubt and shame. Promotes our own unique authenticity.” 
-Rev. Dr. Karen Tate, Author, Activist, Radio Show Host of Voices of the Sacred Feminine\n“The Upper Palaeolithic Venus of Willendorf is lush and curvy, the opposite of what society believes women’s shape should be: rail-thin, boyish. This gorgeously illustrated book honors this Goddess, a perfect role model for young women and girls.” 
-Miriam Robbins Dexter, Ph.D., Author of Whence the Goddesses: a Source Book\n“What if the Goddess of Willendorf spoke to us? What would She want Her children, young or old, to understand? Surely She would speak with images, feelings, and heart-truths, as well as with words—as does this sublimely-illustrated book, designed to awaken an abundance of rich Goddess-power in the psyches of children and adults alike.” 
-Annie Finch, Author of Spells: New and Selected Poems and Among the Goddesses

My Name is Goddess of Willendorf

Children's Books

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Health, Fitness & Dieting

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Mines, Dr. Stephanie

Aldred, Kay Louise

Shaw, Kat

Meyerriecks, Deborah A.

O'Meara, Barbara

Dorey, Claire

Diseases & Physical Ailments

Rainbow Goddess: Celebrating Neurodiversity

Women's Health

Independently published

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