Artist
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When I thought of writing this essay it was because yet another person my age had passed away. I was feeling a little bit depressed and wanted to get those feelings out so I could process them. Then I had another thought right on the heels of that: it’s such a Debbie Downer to talk…
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I am a warped individual, and I know how this came to be. When I tell you the story some of you will relate. It was The Green Jesus (that is what I call it. I don’t know what the painter called it.) that did it. The Green Jesus screwed up my mind. Royally. Anyway…
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I suppose that’s not what you wanted to hear but I feel that it is my solemn duty to tell you the truth. I say this because I see a lot of articles online and in print that encourage anyone to grow food and they make is seem like it’s a walk in the park.…
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I think this is an extraordinary piece of thinking, bravery, and insight. I also think that it shows a way forward that many essays don’t. He doesn’t spell out specific things we can do. We’re smart enough to figure out what needs to be done. We just have to find the will to do it.…
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When I teach art in elementary school I always hear negative comments. “I can’t draw.” “I don’t know how to do this.” “It’s ugly (what they’re drawing).” I can relate to these comments. Every artist has had these thoughts. I’ve had these thoughts and I’m no different. Maybe you don’t even have to say these…
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I don’t know where I got that quote. That phrase I use for the title of this post. It doesn’t matter. Good things should be passed along. I believe the originator would be happy to have it passed along without a particular credit. There is satisfaction in having things go out there no matter (almost…