I've always struggled with dating and relationships. I would over-analyse an infinite number of permutations and consequences of either over-committing or taking a cavalier view; only to inexorably end up clutching a hand full of "what ifs". In my case long held beliefs, conditioning and experiences from a young age had radically shaped my perception … Continue reading Connecting with the things of the flesh
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The Book of Life
As a child I was an avid comic book collector. I would save every week of pocket money towards next month’s edition. Washing up was a necessary evil, I likened the vacuum cleaner to a hungry hound sniffing every inch of carpet for crumbs and copper coins, my hands heavy with hot iron, heaving to … Continue reading The Book of Life
Taking it all off….
Having recently taken up still life drawing as a means of self-discovery I was recently asked if I would consider modelling for the following week’s drawing session. My instant reaction was a resounding and confident ‘yes’. But over the next few days I considered the implications of getting butt naked in front of several strangers. … Continue reading Taking it all off….
The Truth about the tree, my life…and the truth itself
We hear about the texture of a well-worn tree, its jagged lines, the twists and gyres of the bark, and the peaks of its ridges and indentations. Yet for all this apparent splendour and wisdom we never question the validity of the information presented. We doubt the veracity of our own innate thoughts, feelings and … Continue reading The Truth about the tree, my life…and the truth itself
The Philosopher's Poet 