On Inspiration
By Linda Worster, Musician
The first time anyone saw the Earth in its full roundness was in 1968 when Frank Borman, Jim Lovell and Bill Anders became the first humans to go to the moon. They orbited ten times and took the famous photo of a half-Earth, rising over the bleak moonscape. That picture changed my life.
When I saw the whole Earth, the realization was visceral. From that perspective, there is no separation. No separation between nations or cultures or peoples. We are all in that picture—even those not yet alive! Awareness of that inclusiveness has enlivened my life, my work and my play ever since. I truly believe that we are all One.
It is this awareness that informs my music.
Linda Worster, a dedicated songmaker and musician, has nurtured her love for music since childhood. Playing Beatles tunes on the guitar and forming a college band, she evolves into a solo artist. Linda tours extensively, opening for renowned artists. Collaborating with others, she infuses her music with reflections on inner exploration and advocacy for the environment. She is our musician for the monthly, free Expressive Arts Without Borders Workshops.