I HAVE written about those who help us survive the many challenges of our life journeys — family, including maiden aunts, bachelor uncles and kasambahays, and yes, our indispensable friends.

This time let us examine art, specifically music, and how it gives us inspiration, hope, and yes, courage. The recently concluded exhibit at the Innotech White House Gallery is a wonderful example of how art can be a source of delight and enjoyment. With Sen. Sonny Angara as guest of honor and leading artists as exhibitors, the opening was a great success. They were joined by the resident artists known as Innotech 13+l. They are young emerging painters who are getting recognized for their art.