the outhouse: where art goes | works by kopana
“You cannot compete with me. I want you to win, too.” ~ Unknown A couple of weeks ago, I learned Hindman Settlement School was publishing a new journal called Untelling. The first issue was available, so I ordered one, which … Continued
“Grant me the serenity to accept the people I cannot change. The courage to change direction when I see them coming. And the wisdom to not try to smack some sense into them when I can’t avoid them.” ~ Unknown … Continued
“I understand being a responsible adult… but every day? Every single day? That seems a little excessive.” ~ Unknown Tonight, I got to celebrate the second author in my circle of framily. Erin Chandler’s latest “Bluegrass Sons,” featured here on … Continued
“Water only what waters you. Let go of everything that leaves you feeling thirsty.” ~ Unknown Sister Kelly and I went to Jon Reynolds’ book launch at Joseph-Beth in Cinci. This is Jon’s first book of photographs, and boy, it … Continued
“Give yourself permission to make mistakes. Those mistakes are as valuable as the triumphs.” ~ Lauren Graham Running late sometimes gets me caught by a crossing train. What’s a girl to do but snap, snap, snap. Related Images:
“We must always attempt to lift as we climb.” ~ Angela Davis What pictures are, or were, on your mom’s refrigerator? We’re all young and beautiful and ageless on Shero’s fridge. I appreciate that. Related Images:
“It’s like the ‘Let them’ memes you see on social media these days. If you studied philosophy you might recognize that [Let Them] as one of the tenants of Stoicism. Let them not value you, not see you. Let them … Continued
“Kindness is a language the blind can see and the deaf can hear.” ~ Unknown I had lunch with my old friend David Thompson today. We’ve tried to make a lunch date for years, and it finally happened. Of course, … Continued
“We are all given one chance here on this earth, and we spend it playing safe. What a shame not to allow your beautiful visions to become a reality. Safety may protect us, but it can also hold us back. … Continued
“If you don’t voice your opinions or needs, people will assume you’re happy to go along with what they want. They’ll also assume you’ll accept disrespectful behavior… When we hand so much control over to other people, their criticism can … Continued