*W.A.R.F.A.R.E* Art by Arthur Beraha

Arthur Beraha-Bio Growing up as an adopted son, I felt lost. I searched for a connection to someone or something. I found nothing. I felt nothing. I was hurt and empty. I could neither sympathize nor empathize with anyone, and that all became a recipe for disaster. It was not until years later, in solitary confinement, where my world flipped. I found my birth mother. I found my connection to someone. It created the spark that I desperately needed to see humanity again. Something so simple placed my life path on a journey of self-discovery. And believe me, I’ve experienced a lot. From this, I redeveloped my view of the world and my role in it. I saw a path to redemption. Since then, I try to live my life to honor those I’ve irreparably harmed. Through my passion for justice, I found purpose through art. I’ve found meaning. I’ve found peace. I hope everyone finds their purpose and has the courage to search within. Sometimes the journey is long, but it will undoubtedly be meaningful. Straight up.