Constant Work

To be great, there must be constant work.  I’ve subscribed to this idea that there should be balance.  In some respects, sure. But really, most people abuse the notion of balance. They really want non-work.  I do. I’ve also often felt like things shouldn’t feel so difficult.  Or take so long. Inhaling the potent fumes […]

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True Magic

Going through this second round of True and False Magic (by Phil Stutz). It’s the good kind of déjà vu. Reminders that patience wins. That acceptance of life’s pain, uncertainty, and need for constant work produces progress in the direction of real living. Steadiness can merge with action and to unroot the truth behind the […]

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Unfinished business

An infinity pool of activity Quelling anxiety  Fleeting peace My mind is both a problem solving machine And the creator of to dos If I can’t solve one I can solve some And the control feels good, but still weighs a ton Momentary relief settles before I grab again for the pen and articulate My need […]

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Magic Marker

I wanted to talk about tattoos. Specifically my tattoos. I haven’t really displayed or documented the art I’ve decided to permanently scribble on my skin. And I never was really someone who thought they’d have tattoos, not to mention many tattoos. I currently have my entire right arm covered in various pieces. Some of these […]

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