Writer and Friendly Neighbourhood Philosopher
Just Thinking…

A Memo From Camus: A Poem

A (Sort Of) Love Letter To Writing
This or that book didn’t have to be here. In fact, in the grand scheme of things, it was pretty unlikely that it would be written, let alone polished up, noticed by someone in the right place at the right time, and then published. Knowing all of that should take our breath away.

Confessions of a Non-Treehugger
I know that I’m a little speck, connected to all kinds of other little specks. If anything, being a little on edge in the great outdoors has made me more humble about my place in the great scheme of things.

The Red Typewriter: A Fairy Tale
Seriously, what were you thinking, bringing it into your house?

Why We Don’t Like To Pay Artists
It’s universal. It’s primal. My human friends, we all deserve art. It’s not amusing or adorable. It’s freakin’ important.

Frida’s Brow: A Poem

How Big A Leap Is It?
Here’s to all kinds of bravery, and to the thrill of the leap, whether it be over a cliff, into the deep, or somewhere a little more metaphorical.

Just A Little Bit Angry
My anger is not main dish, but more like a condiment. My anger is a dollop of ketchup or a squeeze of lemon. It’s a teaspoon of festive red sprinkles.

Joan’s Uncomfortable Halo: A Poem

The Brave Little Blogger: A Fairy Tale
The words she was supposed to be stringing together refused to be tamed, and they swarmed around her heads like flies, buzzing and mocking.

Philosophy Is Not A Four Letter Word.
Here’s the bottom line, folks: philosophy is a life skill, dare I say even a survival skill.