Where the Naked Things Are

“Ok, so I think next I’ll try and summarize aspects of the development of human civilizations that are pertinent to this discussion.” ------ "Civilization, eh? Hey I got something to say about that." "Oh really?" "Yea really. See... it's all about power, isn't it? Oops, strike that! It's about the perception of power. (Of course [...]

We now continue from Monday's post... ------ "I'll try my best to be succinct but there's a lot of ground to cover if you want a comprehensive accounting of my vision regarding human potential. And I'm going to need to start with a synopsis about how far we've come, so please bear with me here." (heh... bare with [...]

"So did you hear what he said?" "Yea, what a neanderthal. Can you believe there are people who still think like that?" "I know, I know. It's like evolution just stopped or something." "He probably doesn't even believe in evolution." "Yea... hey man, you look like a smart guy, what do YOU think?" "Me? I [...]

"Hey man, you ever seen those YouTube videos about the Earth being... you know, flat?" "You're joking, right?" "No, I'm not. I saw a few the other day and they made some really convincing points and... " " Oh REALLY! Exactly which points did they make, that were so convincing?" "I dunno, they just made [...]

He seems like a reasonable guy. I never see him sneering or looking at me with obvious disdain. Still... I always feel a bit off when in his presence. As if there is something wrong with me. Must it be taken as an assumed fact, that his opinion somehow has more weight than mine? He [...]

Finished by the time I could see Revealed the way to my room The silent jungle around me Glowed showing more than this tune The day had not made me wiser New tutors gave me a turn My wits became my advisor Tasked to not placate nor spurn I saw in the end all reason [...]

Her love shines through me. Upon all I do. All I experience. I love seeing the world through these new eyes. I love seeing her world and mine, combine. That which I think. That which might have otherwise triggered an ego-driven response. Pales in comparison. The challenge now is to find a new space. A [...]

Inhale, two three four five six... Exhale, two three four five six... ------ I feel her with me always. Shining in the morning jungle green. Strolling through the sunny surf and sand. Snuggling as we softly speak through distant pillows. In the naked night. ------ We share everything. Mutually inspired accomplishments. Healthy practice, creative growth, [...]