Nov 1, 2020How Not To Feel Like A Loser (on the evening of November 3)I was listening to a Sam Harris podcast today, complaining about Trump. I enjoy his sharp analysis, although his conclusions often betray an ideology that I do not share. As a result, on this and other episodes, I find Harris’ arguments largely ineffectual on broad cultural issues. He's also symbolic…Politics3 min read
Oct 28, 2020On the Upcoming Election in the U.S.A.This post was inspired by a Jordan Peterson podcast episode; link posted below. If the least interesting question to ask any religion is, “is it true?”, then the same could be said of any cultural artifact. Like history or political theory. The significance of what remains of us after our…USA2 min read
Jun 22, 2020First EncountersFor all the hatred being tossed around so loosely today, and the ensuing political opportunism that eagerly exploits the vulnerable among us, I feel compelled to consider this hatred and provoke one another to challenge the suppositions we are being presented with on all sides. On the question of racial…Hatred4 min read
Jun 13, 2020Making Love on a SaturdayOut here Where there's room to breathe Just fed the chickens Looking around now Let's see Coffee in hand A little musing by day What will I think? What will I say? Old friend Your kindness stays with me Prelude to the strange They say there are taxes Just not within range…2 min read
Jun 11, 2020Breathe;As I stare across the void Searching For a better place I know I'm looking right through you I think You know it too And there I finally said it Put the words out of my mouth I'm scraping Finally at the bottom And what this thing's all about This…Justice2 min read
May 20, 2020Cabin Life: From Kootenay Hipster to Social Media/Tech-PornA friend inquired what life has been like for me since, in December of last year, I chose to leave the city. This was my response. From what I’ve read in Walden, he had frequent passers-by, and a rail line not far off. I have neither. I do have neighbors…Canada3 min read
May 18, 2020MortalityThis. A monologue from Zach Bush M.D. on our mortality and the future of our species. https://youtu.be/aLaVutWXju0 In 2013, a series of events transformed my life. I point back to these events as the experiences that precipitated a radical shift in my worldview. …Mortality2 min read
May 14, 2020ChoicesBefore entering the maze of choices we all face in life, understanding how to accurately measure time and productive effort is vital. Four years ago I decided to spend time asking questions I suspected were answerable, but had never found the courage or the time to seriously consider. Thanks to…Choices Matter3 min read
Feb 8, 2020The Other Side of TimeInfinite portrayal Transporter Unmake me I have nothing to share There Have that If you will Find the time Understanding Comes easily All you have to do is wait Infinity will be here Any moment I have nothing to hide Just the same I gave up doing Long ago I…Illusion2 min read
Dec 1, 2019TimingIn life, my friends, timing is everything. And when yours is impeccable, all good paths will do; fortuitous and happy, the journey ensues. This life, a joy. A timely journey. Don't hurry; though days be few. Find rest in self assurance. No need to rush. Take little worry. For greatness…1 min read
