the outhouse: where art goes | works by kopana
“If it doesn’t open, it’s not your door.” ~ Unknown German immigrants settled along the Ohio River. There are many German enclaves up and down the river, from Evansville, Indiana, to Louisville, Kentucky, to Cincinnati, Ohio, and most of them … Continued
“I hate all those weathermen who tell you that rain is bad weather. There’s no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothing. So get yourself a sexy raincoat and live a little.” ~ Billy Connelly When I was … Continued
“I truly appreciate kindness. I appreciate people checking up on me. I appreciate a quick message. I appreciate those who ask if I’m okay. I appreciate every single person in my life who has tried to brighten my days. It’s … Continued
“You must love in such a way that the person you love feels free.” ~ Thich Nhat Hahn The iconic view of the dead-end into Versailles Road. It never bores me. Related Images:
“Let your negative thoughts be just visitors. Let positive ones live in your heart.” ~ Simita Maharana God’s back 40 in Kentucky, also known as the Watkins Farm. It is a really special place. Plus, when the fog is lifting, … Continued
“Kudos to the people who say ‘I got this’ even with tears in their eyes.” ~ Unknown This morning I was treated to a new (to me) view of Cincinnati from Covington, Kentucky’s Devou Park. I’ve heard about this view … Continued
“Don’t be pushed around by the fears in your mind. Be led by the dreams of your heart.” ~ Roy T. Bennet Related Images:
“It’s okay if you don’t like me. Not everyone has good taste.” ~ Unknown As vacation away from home was impossible, vacation at home included taking mom to decorate family graves such as her parents, Orville and Hannah Hamilton Adams, … Continued
“My grandmother used to tell me that I shouldn’t take it personally when people were ugly. ‘They’re probably just constipated,’ she would say. ‘That’s how people act when they’re constipated.’ Thank God for my funny, brilliant, compassionate, sparkly grandmother, who … Continued
“A transition is how we get unstuck. A lifequake may be voluntary (we leave a bad marriage, start a new enterprise) or involuntary (we get laid off, become ill), but the transition must be voluntary. We must choose to take … Continued