Across the Canadian wheat fields,
Where golden waves of grain unfurl,
Old grain elevators stand like sentinels,
Guardians of time’s soft swirl.
Their weathered frames and worn-out gears
Whisper tales from days long gone,
When childhood dreams and laughter rang
And twilight’s gentle hues were drawn.
In the stillness of the evening breeze,
You can almost hear the hum—
Of a place where people once found peace,
Where simple joys and lives were one.
These elevators, now draped in memories,
Hold stories of a quieter age,
A testament to humble roots,
And wisdom written on their stage.
Grain Elevator Painting ©Giang Pham, 2024. All rights reserved worldwide.
My name is Giang Pham, I belong to the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions. I was born in a simple family farmer in a small countryside of Viet Nam. I was sent to Canada after my perpetual Vows on July 2019 and shared the international community life with RNDMs in Winnipeg, Saint Boniface Diocese.
I have loved art since I was a child. I used to draw my feelings on sand every time I was in happiness, sadness or even in troubles. Gradually, drawing and painting skills were formed in me. I enjoyed meditating on the beauty of creation and then expressed that in my paintings. I believe that God has a special purpose for each of us even when we are in the deep ocean of failure. We can always keep our dream. My dream is to be a brush in God’s hand, to express God’s beauty in creation and the feelings inside human hearts.
I was fascinated to look at your website Giang, thank you for sharing your special gifts with us. I like to imagine you as a child drawing your feelings in the sand. What a beautiful simple beginning to a life of creating. I look forward to seeing where your painting takes you as you continue to be a brush in God’s hand. What a beautiful dream. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your comment and a heart ❤️ for art
Beautiful, Giang, in poetry and image, thank you! I was delighted to learn, too, that you now have a website.
Thank you very much Claudia.