the outhouse: where art goes | works by kopana
“Don’t be too quick to interpret the moment. Just keep quiet. My encouragement would always be: never think anything is against you, everything is blessing. Why should it be different? Just be quiet. Let it all work itself out.” ~ … Continued
“You will never look into the eyes of someone God does not love. Always be kind.” ~ Unknown And you thought you were hot today! It’s still August in Kentucky, and it’s still hot and beautiful. Now, go … Continued
“Good friends, good books, and a sleepy conscience: this is the ideal life.” ~ Mark Twain I didn’t hear a thing until Mama Heis said, “There’s someone calling your name,” as she pointed toward the wall. I didn’t … Continued
“Do small things with great love.” ~ Unknown I offer this photo not because it’s excellent, but because I’m still riding the high that was Friday night’s music extravaganza. I find myself thinking, “What album side will I … Continued
“Make a list of things that make you happy. Make a list of things you do every day. Compare the lists. Adjust accordingly.” ~ Unknown I got home so late last night that I just didn’t have the … Continued
“Don’t worry. Be happy.” ~ Bobby McFerrin I’m too tired to go into what an incredible evening I’ve had. I’ll save it for tomorrow. For now, let this photo tease you a bit. It involves the Brothers Hurst, … Continued
“Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one.” ~ Hans Selye Well, our tiny heroine was back at the track this evening for the weenie dog race redux. I got sick yesterday and … Continued
“Here’s what I thought when I went out tonight to visit with the stars. I thought, I feel sad for those humans who live in a binary world, everything is either good or bad, right or wrong. Tonight, my outside … Continued
“Sometimes you have to let go of the picture of what you thought it would be like and learn to find joy in the story you are actually living.” ~ TinyBuddha Even though I work in oral history, … Continued
“We all require and want respect, man or woman, black or white. It’s our basic human right.” ~ Aretha Franklin Meet Katie Swartz. I met Katie when she graciously gave Annie and I refuge in her tent when … Continued