the outhouse: where art goes | works by kopana
“Warm-heartedness and concern for others are a part of human nature and are at the core of positive human values.” ~ Dalai Lama Walking to my allergist I passed the University Bookstore. It offered impressive reflective windows. I was in … Continued
“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” ~ Lao Tzu Stacy Yelton, Crystal Heis, Jen Bartlett, and Deirdre Scaggs went along for a celebratory lunch at one of my favorite places, Sav’s … Continued
“Don’t waste your life trying to impress other people. Do what you love, love what you do.” ~ Jim @thedailybuddha See that twinkle in my eye? That’s because today I was offered and accepted a job as manager for the … Continued
“Before you go to bed, write down three ‘gratefuls’ for the day and three ‘did wells’ (they can even include something as simple as doing the laundry)—the results can be amazing!” ~ Carol Burnett, Comedienne It was a busy Monday … Continued
“Your life does not get better by chance. It gets better by change.” ~ Jim Rohn I woke up ready to tackle the world. My brain was running a thousand miles an hour, and I had to get things done. … Continued
“Build your own dreams or someone will hire you to build theirs.” ~ Unknown Day three in Water World, formerly known as Kentucky, demanded out-of-the-house entertainment. Enter: Despicable Me 2. While not as fun as the first, the sequel nevertheless has its … Continued
“An obstacle is often a stepping stone.” ~ Unknown Another uber-rainy day in The Bluegrass meant finishing the ton of Chinese food we ordered yesterday, giving the outhouse a facelift, and watching more Ghost Whisperer and Ghost Adventures marathons. Suddenly, I remembered … Continued
“Blame keeps wounds open…only forgiveness heals.” ~ Willa Cather What do you do when all your plans for July 4th are washed out by an all-day downpour? You order-in Chinese food, and watch a Ghost Whisperer marathon on NetFlix. Then, … Continued
“The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” ~ Joseph Campbell Today was a big day! A grand day! A most excellent adventure day! It started with a phone interview for the job I really want. It … Continued
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler.” ~ Henry David Thoreau There are several Goldenrain trees around campus. They turn a … Continued