Differences Don’t Have to Divide (New Poem by Polly Castor)
Opposites can be untouched by each other, or work together harmoniously.
Release
Awareness (Book Review with Quotes)
If you need to freshen up your perspective, give this interfaith overview of conscious awakening a go. You’ll be glad to have put it into practice.
Destroying the Sins of Others (Deep Think #13)
Can you behold a sinner as God’s own likeness in the kingdom of heaven right now? If you do, transformation will begin.
Reminding Myself (New Poem by Polly Castor)
Shrug off blasé. Bravely and authentically engage with Life. Experience and interface with depth.
We Voted and Hope You do Too
If you live in the states, please vote! And please, everyone pray about this election!
Two New Abstract Figures (one of them Biblical)
These two figurative paintings are a bit outside of what I usually do, but I’ve been thinking about them for a while.
Build Each Other Up (New Poem by Polly Castor)
Let’s take care of each other by shoring each other up.
Yes, I Give Up on Books!
Since several of you have asked, yes I do give up on books. That is an important freedom that I exercise, and I strongly recommend that you do too. I think people feeling like they have to finish books that are not working for them is the reason more people are not readers. There are … Read more
Absolute or Relative (Choose the Better Way)
What is the difference between the absolute and the relative, and why is it a useful distinction?
Back From No Electricity or Internet for a Week
It was a long, hot week of plenty of adjustments ending in gratitude for friends, protection, and basic services.
Being Present in Your Own Life Extends It (Quote by John Tarrant)
Cherish every bit of life, the butterflies and thunderstorms, the raspberries and corn on the cob– good is ever-present.
The World Needs More of You (quote on Writing by Jena Schwartz)
Likening writing to baking bread, Jena has some wisdom to share here.
Little Screens: A Tool and Not a Trance
Be in charge of this tool instead of having it dominate you.
Some Thoughts on Painting “Style”
There is a formula for choosing and having a painting style. Otherwise you can just be yourself.