It used to be that Venice was sinking, but now the oceans are rising.  Does that mean that it is simultaneously sinking and flooding? Are we being weighted down by our desire for stasis? When is it time for us to let go and look into the future without our rose colored glasses?

Sterling silver, Banded agate stone, vintage gold chain, freshwater pearls, photographic image

Brooch is approximately 1”x1.5”