BY ANTHONY EWART
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n Homer’s “The Iliad” written during The Bronze Age (c. 1260 - 1180 BC), he tells us in his beautifully well-crafted verse that Helen of Troy, who was a Demigod (her father was Zeus), could be found “at her Loom.” Homer describes a magical quality in the weaving of the robes worn by Goddesses. Intentionally or unintentionally implying that the mystical robes worn by the Goddesses of that time were woven by Helen of Troy. Dear readers, we have our own Beverly Hills Helen of Troy -- her name is Lily Lisa, or as the world knows her, Lucky Lily Lisa. In this Holiday Season we have to share the story of this incredible woman, fashion designer, creator of her own skin-care line, and most importantly, the most charitable person we have ever met at Hollywood Weekly Magazine. Many times just knowing that there is a real person making an effort to change the world can give you the confidence and motivation to believe you are not alone in trying to make a difference. 18 • HOLLYWOOD WEEKLY Lily Lisa has received a Certificate of Recognition from Mayor Charlie Klinakis of the