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(And other epigrams by Ambrose Bierce.) When you have made a catalogue of your friend’s faults it is only fair to supply him with a duplicate, so that he may know yours. The only distinction that democracies reward is a high degree of conformity. The philosopher’s profoundest conviction is that which he is most reluctant […]
A rabbit’s foot may bring good luck to you, but it brought none to the rabbit Read More »
Did you notice anything unusual on Thursday, November 4, last week? No? Well, just in case, keep one eye out for the bizarre, the strange or simply peculiar for the rest of this month, because that date had some unusual aspects within it which may disrupt your normal routine. Now, to calm things down a
Moon tides of November Read More »
Grape leaves facing the setting sun – the colors are astonishing. Having the sun behind the camera for this photo resulted in a richer and more detailed picture of an autumn day.
The best part of Daylight Saving Time is when it’s finished for the year.
Ah, our hour gets returned Read More »
That hip scene revisited. (But your 60s and those 60s will never converge in this time frame, sad to say.)
“Your mind, this globe of awareness, is a starry universe. When you push off with your foot, a thousand new roads become clear.” Rumi #Madame Zombra
A thousand new roads Read More »
Just as the fall winds turn chilly, it’s nice to pause and remember summer’s warmth and the projects we completed, the work accomplished – and now to plan for winter.
We’ll be at your door for Trick or Treating. You will have treats for us, right? Mmmwahaahaahaa #Caturday Weekly
The demise of the written word (humanities in general) has been predicted for decades. Yet one literary magazine this year received more entries than ever before to its annual poetry chapbook contest; think about it: during the time of Covid, a poetry chapbook contest drew thousands of entries. Who these days would identify as a
“Focus, Tist. Focus! If you want to be a great artist, or a selling artist, or a famous artist – you MUST focus!” I’m trying, professor. I really am. This is my self-portrait. sigh. It’s really painful to realize the difference between what you see in your mind’s eye, as an artist, and what you
My first Art professor said: Read More »