Growing up was an interesting time for me. I definately wasn't the most put-together kid around. I have a humor that is all my own and that frightens me. The only people in the world that truly understand my humor are my parents. They are my best friends and I can joke about anything with them. My biggest fear is losing them. They are my anchors to the ground and they are what I get out of bed for every morning.
I really can't say what I would do if I lost them. It would not be something that anyone would want to hear. They are my life and I can't even imagine living without them. If I had lost my parents, I don't think I would able to go on with my life. They mean that much to me.
If someone asked me what my biggest fear was, I would tell them that losing my parents was on top of my very short list. I am not afraid of things like heights or spiders or even death. I fear losing my parents. There isn't a lot that I can say about this particular fear, but it is one that keeps me up at night.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Friday, September 3, 2010
Metaphorically Speaking...
For me, writing is like building a house out of Lincoln Logs.
You need an idea. A blueprint of what you want to create.
For both a house and your writing, a strong foundation needs to be set.
When you first begin, it looks like nothing. An unpromising slate. You have trouble getting started. It takes some elbow grease and willpower. Your imagination is key.
But once you find your rhythm, you cannot be stopped. The words flow from your mouth and the only thing you are looking for is that feeling of accomplishment. You have to set up the framework and go from there.
Start from the ground up. Ease into it and take your time. Be accurate and inspect your craftsmanship.
You need an idea. A blueprint of what you want to create.
For both a house and your writing, a strong foundation needs to be set.
When you first begin, it looks like nothing. An unpromising slate. You have trouble getting started. It takes some elbow grease and willpower. Your imagination is key.
But once you find your rhythm, you cannot be stopped. The words flow from your mouth and the only thing you are looking for is that feeling of accomplishment. You have to set up the framework and go from there.
Start from the ground up. Ease into it and take your time. Be accurate and inspect your craftsmanship.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Made in USA
"How can it be, visitors must wonder. How can the richest country in the world look like this?"
http://www.paulgraham.com/usa.html
The essay Made in USA by Paul Graham asks this very question. It was written for the Japanese edition of Hackers & Painters. It trues to explain why Americans make some things well and other things not so well.
American is all about efficiency. Compared to most of Europe, the United States is somewhat, slightly trashy. According to Graham, it may not be a coincidence. America is impatient. If something has to be done, it will be done. It doesn't matter how it turns out; it only matters whether you get it done or not. Looking at the architecture in Europe compared to ours, it is obvious we don't take the time for beauty. We build for need and not for art.
Check out Nike...its explains it all. How? Just Do It!
http://www.paulgraham.com/usa.html
The essay Made in USA by Paul Graham asks this very question. It was written for the Japanese edition of Hackers & Painters. It trues to explain why Americans make some things well and other things not so well.
American is all about efficiency. Compared to most of Europe, the United States is somewhat, slightly trashy. According to Graham, it may not be a coincidence. America is impatient. If something has to be done, it will be done. It doesn't matter how it turns out; it only matters whether you get it done or not. Looking at the architecture in Europe compared to ours, it is obvious we don't take the time for beauty. We build for need and not for art.
Check out Nike...its explains it all. How? Just Do It!
Lies We Tell Kids
Everyone lies. It is human nature and nothing can be done about it. In this essay by Paul Graham, the truth behind the lies is revealed.
http://www.paulgraham.com/lies.html
"We were all lied to as kids, and some of the lies we were told still affect us. By studying the ways adults lie to kids, we may be able to clear our heads of lies we were told." Graham has taken on the challenge of figuring out we lie to kids. Is it because we were lied to? Because telling a lie is sometimes easier than telling the truth? Or because we just don't know the answers to all the questions?
According to Graham, the main reason we lie is to protect. To protect our children from the world out there. Protect them from the knowledge of sex or drugs or even their identity.
What do we lie about though? Most frequently it is the following...
1) Peace
2) Sex (and Drugs)
3) Innocence
4) Death
5) Identity
6) Authority
7) School
When I think if lying, the first thing that pops into my head is Santa Clause or the Easter Bunny (sorry if just crushed your dreams AO) It is a known fact that your parents pretend to be these two heros. It is passed down from their parents and their childhood. The lie is passed down through the generations.
When you think of lies we are told, what pops into your head first?
http://www.paulgraham.com/lies.html
"We were all lied to as kids, and some of the lies we were told still affect us. By studying the ways adults lie to kids, we may be able to clear our heads of lies we were told." Graham has taken on the challenge of figuring out we lie to kids. Is it because we were lied to? Because telling a lie is sometimes easier than telling the truth? Or because we just don't know the answers to all the questions?
According to Graham, the main reason we lie is to protect. To protect our children from the world out there. Protect them from the knowledge of sex or drugs or even their identity.
What do we lie about though? Most frequently it is the following...
1) Peace
2) Sex (and Drugs)
3) Innocence
4) Death
5) Identity
6) Authority
7) School
When I think if lying, the first thing that pops into my head is Santa Clause or the Easter Bunny (sorry if just crushed your dreams AO) It is a known fact that your parents pretend to be these two heros. It is passed down from their parents and their childhood. The lie is passed down through the generations.
When you think of lies we are told, what pops into your head first?
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