poem

What I Believe by Michael Blumenthal I believe there is no justice, but that cottongrass and bunchberry grow on the mountain. I believe that a scorpion’s sting will kill a man, but that his wife will remarry. I believe that, the older we get, the weaker the body, but the stronger the soul. I believe [...]

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the car goes where the eyes go

“Such a simple concept, yet so true: that which we manifest is before us; we are the creators of our own destiny. Be it through intention or ignorance, our successes and our failures have been brought on by none other than ourselves.” – Garth Stein Having just finished the book, the art of racing in [...]

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dear krabby patty,

In response to Krab-cakes and Football: It’s so darned hard not to agree with a guy named Charlie, because I love the name and anything to do with crab cakes works for me, but I do respectfully want to tussle when it comes to this city. As this would be unbecoming of my age, station [...]

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what tarot card are you?

This is me: You are The Lovers Motive, power, and action, arising from Inspiration and Impulse. The Lovers represents intuition and inspiration. Very often a choice needs to be made. Originally, this card was called just LOVE. And that’s actually more apt than "Lovers." Love follows in this sequence of growth and maturity. And, coming [...]

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greater than the sum of our warts

It’s been a while since I felt like writing. After huge writer’s block around the state of the city address, I wondered if I’d ever be compelled to write again. Then I read today’s editorial in the local paper. I was definitely amused and am now quite grateful. I’ve discovered my voice again. I found [...]

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word cloud interpretation of this site

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State of the City Address 2009

I thank you for the opportunity to share my thoughts, experiences and expectations for the City of Amsterdam. Given my position as Mayor, my seat provides a uniquely kaleidoscopic view of happenings around the City. I welcome your company as I review this recent past, present and our future. Certainly, when we look at the [...]

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poem: Things to Do in the Belly of the Whale

Measure the walls. Count the ribs. Notch the long days. Look up for blue sky through the spout. Make small fires with the broken hulls of fishing boats. Practice smoke signals. Call old friends, and listen for echoes of distant voices. Organize your calendar. Dream of the beach. Look each way for the dim glow [...]

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