the outhouse: where art goes | works by kopana
“When you are generous, sometimes people will take advantage. You may be respectful and yet some people will still be unkind. You may be a good person, and some people will nonetheless still treat you terribly… How you treat others … Continued
“When your spirits need a lift, think of the virtues and talents of those around you—one’s energy, another’s modesty, the generosity of a third, something else in a fourth. Nothing is so inspiring or uplifting as the sight of these … Continued
“Because of your smile, you make life more beautiful.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh When I first got Wally I took him to a dog park. He did great until two large dogs arrived. Then, he began to cower … Continued
“Change is tough… it also makes you better.” ~ LaTrisha Milton Blunt When I first met Marcie she told me about her dog, Annie. She talked about her with a familiar love. She talked about her as I talked about … Continued
“If the world seems cold to you, kindle fires to warm it.” ~ Lucy Larcom Wally loves dad. Dad loves Wally. When dad’s here Wally sits only with him, sleeps only with him. They are inseparable. It is … Continued
The politics of Jesus: Love enemies Serve the poor Welcome refugees Make peace, not war Do justice & love mercy Care for all God’s creation. ~ Nathan Hamm Well, today didn’t go quite as I expected. Dad had been … Continued
“What we think determines what happens to us, so if we want to change our lives, we need to stretch our minds.” ~ Wayne Dyer Is Wally not the cutest thing? Am I not the luckiest girl on … Continued
“Turn off the ‘news’ and love your neighbor.” ~ Unknown This sweet little face greets me every day when I come home. There are no words to describe the level happiness this little furry four-legged stinky dog brings … Continued
“Love is love is love is love is love is love is love is love is love, cannot be killed or swept aside” ~ Lin-Manuel Miranda I’ve had an incredible day. There were so many wonderful things I … Continued
“Always end the day with a positive thought. No matter how hard things were, tomorrow’s a fresh opportunity to make it better.” ~ Unknown I’ve had an awesome week. Nothing in particular has happened. No winning lottery ticket (I … Continued