the outhouse: where art goes | works by kopana
“I believe in working not waiting, in laughing not weeping, in boosting not knocking, and in the pleasure of doing good.” ~ D. Millson (from a 1907 postcard) There was a photo booth photographer at The Alcorn’s reception. It was … Continued
“Right View Right Intention Right Speech Right Action Right Livelihood Right Effort Right Mindfulness Right Concentration.” ~ Noble Eightfold Path The front room of our B&B caught my eye as soon as I saw it in the morning light. After … Continued
“Creativity is allowing oneself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.” ~ Unknown The wedding of Virgil Alcorn and Deborah Burkybile was beyond wonderful. I spent the reception taking pictures and playing music with Scott Eastman and … Continued
“To see a world in a grain of sand and heaven in a wild flower, hold infinity in the palms of your hand and eternity in an hour.” ~ William Blake Pam Thurman’s little sister, Deborah Burkybile (right), is getting … Continued
“He who is not contented with what he has, would not be contented with what he would like to have.” ~ Socrates There’s a house on my street with a lovely maple tree and bench. The scene this morning in … Continued
“We are not given a good life or a bad life. We are given a life. It’s up to us to make it good or bad.” ~ Ward Foley Be like this building and rise above the treetops. Choose to make … Continued
“Be happy for no reason, like a child. If you are happy for a reason, you’re in trouble, because that reason can be taken from you.” Deepak Chopra Ordinarily I don’t care for Mondays, but this one was pretty great. … Continued
“People inspire you, or they drain you. Pick them wisely.” ~ Hans F. Hansen The great thing about a rainy Sunday is that it energizes me. Okay, maybe it was two full nights of unfettered sleep that did it, but … Continued
“Once you awaken, you will have no interest in judging those who sleep.” ~ James Blanchard A day of quiet, calm, relaxed responsibility around the house. Am I ever thankful for it. Related Images:
“All blame is a waste of time. No matter how much fault you find with another, and regardless of how much you blame him, it will not change you.” ~ Wayne W. Dyer The sun in late afternoon is beautiful … Continued