“You don't paddle against the current, you paddle with it. And if you get good at it, you throw away the oars.” – Kris Kristofferson I think we all go through periods of time where we feel gung-ho about making changes in our lives. The alarm goes off at 5 am and we jump out … Continue reading PADDLE UPSTREAM OR GO WITH THE FLOW?
Being a Writer
Is Art a Selfish Pursuit?
As a writer, I create in a solitary environment. I go into a room for a half-hour, an hour, longer if I can and I MUST be alone. Sometimes I question whether or not I’m being selfish. After all, even if my writing is based on the world I see outside of me, I’m still … Continue reading Is Art a Selfish Pursuit?
Stress and Creativity
I don’t think it’s possible or even desirable to completely eliminate stress from our lives. I think what matters is what we do with it.
How I Write a Poem
The revision process is where the poem really gets written. It’s a process of discovery. I get to chip away at the rough draft, dab something here, scrape off something there, and the poem takes shape.
The Search for the New
In a few days, I leave for Germany. I’ll meet up with my Mom and younger brother, who are already there. For the first week, we’ll be staying with relatives. Then we’ll travel to Austria, just the three of us, and see what we can see. I’m excited about the trip, of course. In my … Continue reading The Search for the New
Pick Yourself Up Again
I’m not giving up. I’m picking myself up, dusting myself off, and trying again.
Working a Day Job and Writing on the Side
I was going to title this post, “Working a Day Job and Doing Everything Else on the Side.” My everything else includes playing electric bass in a band, and finding time to read, catch up on email, and play piano (just for fun, I’m pretty new at it). Not to mention all the boring day-to-day … Continue reading Working a Day Job and Writing on the Side
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