On theme
A great story has a theme that guides it through the wilderness and into the halls of time. Even when the story itself doesn’t know it’s being guided or even that it’s in the wilderness. I’ve been learning a lot about this from author and bonafide human being, Steven Pressfield. He’s been writing about writing […]
I will if you will
There is a right way to live your life. Only you know if you’re doing it or not. This should come as a great relief to us all. Here’s why: We can stop complaining. You’re the only one who can really know if you’re living your life properly. No one else can judge the things […]
Live it. Leave it. Live again
Your whole life is spent making something. Whether you realize it or even care to acknowledge the fact, you’re making something with each second that expires. Possessing an unwillingness to appreciate this condition doesn’t jeopardize its existence. A life is made therefore a life can be lived. Consider it a self-fulfilling prophesy. A lot can […]
Do you like where you’re going?
“Shut up.” (Not you. Me.) Sometimes I need to hear it. Sometimes these times are times when I’m by myself. So, sometimes I need to say it. One of these times happened the other day. I was catching the infamous J.D. Campbell up on recent happenings. I happened to mention that there were a few […]
The story you tell yourself
Gary is drinking a cup of coffee. While he’s enjoying his java an EEG is administered. This measures the electrical activity of Gary’s brain. Not too long after Gary is asked to close his eyes and think about drinking that cup of coffee again. A second EEG reveals something intriguing. It’s very similar to the […]
Real old things
It’s the associations that intrigue me. The essence that’s become as much a part of the object as the object itself. Who made it? Who bought it? Who owned it? What did they do in its presence? What conversations has this patient little fly on the wall enjoyed? How many lives has it already lived […]
I believe
I believe in the cool side of the pillow. I believe fear is one path to the dark side. I believe you should encounter a long hug every day. I believe nobody knows how to push your buttons like you do. I believe this is killing me, as the smile runs away from my […]
You’re a disappointment
Have you ever said this to yourself? I have. I remember, if you’ll allow me, the time I heard myself detonate the words, “You’re a failure.” Immediately, I fell speechless. What have I just said? From where would something so sinister hail? It’s clear we’re dealing with some weighty stuff, here. Best keep your head […]
Love exists
Love exists only in your mind. Or, so it’s been asserted, by a brilliant writer posing as a beagle named Indiana. Nevertheless, it’s a quite real thing most agree. Courage and commitment, similarly. At first I tipped my hat in agreement. Upon further deliberation, I think a case could be made that love, and therefor courage […]
