Our Power to be responsible relies on our ability to be irresponsible…(within context)

Does anyone remember the line “With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility?” Whilst sitting on the plane to Bangkok and having the pleasure of watching the 2002 Spiderman Movie (think Toby McGuire and Sam Raimi – I was feeling a little adventurous) I heard the famous phrase, as quoted by Peter’s uncle just before his untimely … Continue reading Our Power to be responsible relies on our ability to be irresponsible…(within context)

To Destroy or to Desire?

As I get older my life appears to repeat itself in cycles and patterns of behaviour.  Past failures, momentary successes and experiences seem to materialise, dematerialise and then rematerialize in divers ways and forms. And unable to break free all I have is a feeling of powerlessness and hopelessness; as if some indescribable and ominous … Continue reading To Destroy or to Desire?

The Eternal Cycle of Life, Death & Work

Sometimes I wake up and feel the I have an endless wellspring of energy within my belly, swelling and churning as if it would course through my veins, and burst through the flesh of my body, as if my eyes were shimmering, and smouldering with this unstoppable force. And then on others I barely feel … Continue reading The Eternal Cycle of Life, Death & Work

My Indecisive Brunch

I sat in my favourite café, ordered my favourite coffee and began typing, and typing, and typing. Until I was hungry. Then I looked at the brunch menu and thought, “Should I order the same thing I did last weekend, or should I try something different? I like the way that they scramble my eggs, … Continue reading My Indecisive Brunch