Category Archives: Philosophy

Filter Value

Posted on September 27, 2021 by sputterpub

I wavered at the academic gates –Should I attend the university?Or get to work at once, creatively?What benefit to further school awaits? My father had an answer good for me.He pointed to a million books, and saidif I encountered decent … Continue reading →

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Advice

Posted on September 17, 2021 by sputterpub

Unsolicitedadvice (if sound) never failsto fall on deaf ears.

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Little Boons

Posted on September 10, 2021 by sputterpub

The top of our recycle bin was bent.I thought we’d need replacement, and I’d call,but then somebody fixed it – someone meanta spot of sense and kindness after all.And then I left a purchase at the store –a perfect avocado … Continue reading →

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It’s a Wonderful Nation

Posted on September 5, 2021 by sputterpub

I never dreamed I’d have a thought like this.The question never rose until this week.A proud American, how did I missthe cowardice, the rampant lies? We speakof values, heroism, how to live,but all we see’s venality and more.I wonder as … Continue reading →

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Lord of the Flies

Posted on September 2, 2021 by sputterpub

I didn’t like the book. I disagreedwith where it moved and what that pathway meant.I never would have chosen it to read,but that’s how then the school assignments went.That’s roughly when my passion stirred to markthe character of citizens around.I … Continue reading →

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One More Day

Posted on August 31, 2021 by sputterpub

If I had only one more day to livewith memory and personalityintact, I’m certain I would want to giveattention to whatever I can see,or sense with any other faculty.I’d focus and take every moment in.I think I’ll set that exercise … Continue reading →

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Back Attack

Posted on August 26, 2021 by sputterpub

There’s nothing like a back attackto make me re-assess my state.The bend and pain may not be great,but sure-as-shit I’m out of whack. At first I fret. My mood goes black.I rail a moment at my fate.There’s nothing like a … Continue reading →

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Duality

Posted on August 25, 2021 by sputterpub

“I stand behind my stance,” the leader said.“I’m firmly for my own decision now.”His language made me wonky in the head –I couldn’t help imagining just howa person stands behind himself, insteadof justifying what his quotes allow.We think in words … Continue reading →

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Presents

Posted on August 18, 2021 by sputterpub

A benefit from my diversityof worries (multi-faceted concerns):the many help me duck a tendencyto concentrate on one until I’m ill.As soon as focus hurts (or presently),I shift attention to an other scene.My younger kin provide variety,and sometimes dire smite to … Continue reading →

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Regretful

Posted on August 14, 2021 by sputterpub

Once upon a time I misbehaved.I hurt no one but I betrayed a trust.My bad went undiscovered – no one ravedor even scowled – there was not a bustor whimper – every consequence was waived.But rue began to eat my … Continue reading →

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