what i can’t not do

I've used this question/phrase for myself and others in the past. I've hear people use it. Usually artist types. They can't not do music. Whatever it takes. They plod forward. So, I pose that question to myself and come...

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hard to be happy

I should be happy. I should. When good things happen to those I help or have helped, it has the opportunity to reflect positively on me as a person/mentor/whatever. In this case, it just feels like I am continually...

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the tyranny of inspiration

Inspiration. The great motivating force. It motivates us to act, to feel, to respond, to become. I'm trying to make sense of it. I am often inspired by music. Yet, why is there so little music that truly inspires...

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the power of procrastination

There are times when I put things off... say it isn't so Byron! Not sure why I don't act immediately... As I drove in this morning, I thought about that. I think I don't act immediately because at the...

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crossroads

Crossroads are fun! We travel down the road until we see something ahead. Denoted by a stop sign or a stop light, perhaps a yield sign or perhaps nothing. But, it's something that requires a choice. Do we continue...

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the former “go to” guy

Finally getting around to writing this one... Ok, so I obsess about the past. I'm working on that. However, in a moment of weakness, I digresss... Several years ago, it seemed as if I was the proverbial "go to" guy....

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say it

Scratching at the surface now And I'm trying hard to work it out And so much has gone misunderstood This mystery only leads to doubt And I didn't understand When you reached down to take my hand And if you have something to say You'd better...

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rainy friday

Friday. The kids (had) field day at school. Some outdoor activities planned for this evening. And it rains. Perhaps it will give us the opportunity to catch up on some indoor stuff. Perhaps... It feels like life is spiraling out...

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what 2 right

Trying to write a little each day. So, here, we're 2 for 2! But then, what to write when you're just trying to write? Unfortunately, my mind doesn't look to the future in "reflection mode". So, I dwell on...

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reluctant rock stars

I took Dean to see The Swell Season on Monday. Otherwise known as Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova and otherwise known as the stars of the film, Once, it was one of the best concerts I have ever attended....

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