If you’ve been reading this blog, you know that my mindfulness journey has led me down the interesting path of minimalism. I’ve played the Minimalists Game (#minsgame). I’ve taken carloads of items to Goodwill and Milwaukee Working. I’ve free-cycled a bunch of stuff and generally have begun to evaluate the utility of every item in […]
You think in your mind
My dad uses a quirky turn of phrase that (unintentionally I’m sure) is quite profound. In describing a complicated or unique situation, he’ll often use the phrase “You think in your mind that…, but it’s really….” The first time you hear it, it feels redundant. Naturally you’re “thinking in your mind.” You’re not thinking from […]
Garden envy
On Saturday, I had the opportunity to visit a demonstration garden just outside of Salem, Oregon. The irises were in full bloom, with names almost as colorful as their petals. Juke Box Hero. Petticoat Shuffle. Squid Squirt. Along with the irises were roses, columbine, peonies, foxglove and more. If you don’t like looking […]
#minsgame: week three
I thought that finding things to get rid of would be harder to do the farther along I went, but instead it has become easier. Once you take the deep breath and get past the “but I might need that!” instinct, the relief you feel on the other side is addictive. It gets easier […]
Closer
If there’s anything iPhone photography has taught me, it’s to get closer to the subject. Push forward, cut out the extraneous stuff and focus. Don’t worry about how awkward it feels or what you’re leaving out. Choose your subject and go for it. A life lesson there probably. […]
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