Jessica Kneipp

Inspiring Ancient Tale – Getting Good Returns With No Pursuit

The ancient moral tale Getting Good Returns With No Pursuit comes from Treasured Tales of China Vol. 2. This book is filled with historical stories and legends that foster morality and virtue. The short stories take us back to ancient times in China and the book sparkles with wisdom. It is translated by Dora Li and edited by Evan Mantyk and ...

Jessica Kneipp

A beggar woman in black.

Prince Bishop Release the Blistering Single ‘Roman Roads’

Prince Bishop, a Durham-based alt-rock outfit, recently released their tuneful single Roman Roads, another sonic exploration that follows the band’s celebrated 2021 single Come Alive. The song begins with the sounds of a melodious guitar and a strong sense of journey — my mind has already cracked open the car window and I enjoy the ...

Jessica Kneipp

Black and white photo of The Durham-based alt-rock outfit Prince Bishop.

6 Captivating Poems for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is a lover’s holiday with some interesting origins. You may enjoy poems for Valentine’s Day? Or flowers? Heart-shaped candy? Watching eclectic films together? Music? Dinner? A night walk under the stars? A few things I love about the day are that it is an opportunity for a craft activity with my son and ...

Jessica Kneipp

Pink rose with a book and pen.

A Kind Heart Tames a Tiger

The enchanting legend A Kind Heart Tames a Tiger comes from Treasured Tales of China Vol. 2 This book is filled with historical stories and legends that foster morality and virtue. The short stories take us back to ancient times in China and the book sparkles with wisdom. It is translated by Dora Li and edited by Evan ...

Jessica Kneipp

Close-up of a tiger's eye.

Powerful Chinese Story: ‘The Filial Piety of Emperor Wen of Han’

This ancient Chinese story The Filial Piety of Emperor Wen of Han, comes from Treasured Tales of China Vol. 1 This book is filled with historical stories and legends that foster morality and virtue. The short stories take us back to ancient times in China and the book sparkles with wisdom. It is translated by Dora ...

Jessica Kneipp

Song Dynasty painting — filial piety.

Celebrate Chinese New Year With These 5 Ancient Poems

However you plan on celebrating the Chinese New Year, don’t forget to take some time to reflect within, and if you are like me, you might like to spend some time reading some ancient poems on the topic. This Lunar Year in the Chinese Zodiac is the Year of the Tiger. The tiger represents courage, ...

Jessica Kneipp

Yellow Chinese dragon.

The Ancient Chinese Story ‘Silence Is Cultivation’

The ancient story Silence Is Cultivation comes from Treasured Tales of China Vol. 1 This book is filled with historical stories and legends that foster morality and virtue. The short stories take us back to ancient times in China, and the book sparkles with wisdom. It is translated by Dora Li and edited by Evan Mantyk ...

Jessica Kneipp

Man alone on the water in a kayak, paddling by the light of the golden sunset.

Nourish Your Soul With Shen Yun Performing Arts

Shen Yun Performing Arts is the top Classical Chinese dance and music company touring the world. Its mission is to revive traditional Chinese culture, which is on the brink of extinction since the Cultural Revolution took place in China. Shen Yun brings the ancient myths and legends to life on stage; introducing the essence of Chinese culture ...

Jessica Kneipp

Shen Yun Performing Arts dancers.

Music Is Medicine in Shen Yun Performing Arts

In a Shen Yun production, music is a medicine that nourishes your soul. Shen Yun is a show that brings beautiful ancient Chinese culture back to life through traditional dance and music. It’s an explosion of color and traditional costumes, full of rich stories and legends with extraordinary talent and music. In ancient China, one of music’s earliest purposes ...

Jessica Kneipp

Shen Yun dancers performing on stage.