The birds don’t sing for me The tree doesn’t heed my care I sit and ponder both The view my patio chair The birds don’t sing for me The tree grows its own way The branch is oddly crooked It must have something to say If I draw just what I see, Would you think... Continue Reading →
I’ve spent the last twenty-four hours with a woman that I love. She is in a very unique spot in her life, recently released from the psych ward and waiting to go into a rehab. There is a little window in between and I decided to spend that time with her, not knowing what to... Continue Reading →
I think this will be my last post on this topic. This is an excerpt from a novel I wrote in 2016 called, "Letting Go of Pluto." (It has not been published.) Here is a conversation between the two characters, Penny and Miles. It sums up what I need to say on this topic: ... Continue Reading →
I write this for myself and others. There is no magic formula here, just things I've learned about goal setting over the years from a variety of good sources, and now I'm going to apply it to my music goals. You can apply these steps to fitness, art, writing, career, anyplace you want to see... Continue Reading →
I didn't participate in the 10-year challenge where one compares two photos of themselves taken a decade apart. I had a moment of temptation where I felt an urge to find a flattering photo, (taken in the right light from the perfect angle, of course). A photo that would warrant many likes and "Oh, you... Continue Reading →
I paid $ 20.00 for this cup - money well spent. Of course I already owned several coffee cups, but this one is special. I put the cash straight into the hands of the artist who created this, and supporting artists is something I never regret. It is a lovely cup. The curvature fits my... Continue Reading →
Dear Jeff, I recently finished your book and felt compelled to write you a letter. This isn't my typical response to a book I enjoy. Usually, I praise the book to someone I know will like appreciate it as I do, then I put it directly in their hands. But I'm not sure I know... Continue Reading →
It seemed like a good idea at the time, naming different forms of loneliness, that is. I guess if I had more time I could have spit them all out in quick concession, but I had to do life and this particular project lost it's momentum. It was never fueled by loneliness, just an interest... Continue Reading →
The loneliness of getting a divorce pales in comparison to the loneliness of being in a bad marriage, but today I will focus on the loneliness of divorce. Specifically, how it isolates you socially. Although I have not regretted my decision and have accepted the reality of my choice, I have to live with that... Continue Reading →
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