to my children
I do not wish for you a life of ease… but the struggle that leads to meaningful art. I hope you have the chance to explore the depths of your…
Author: batesthink
wisdom from the rodeo
It is not enough for a man to know how to ride. He must know how to fall.
paulo coelho
“If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine.” – paulo coelho
the wound on my finger
that pale restriction of self deception hiding pain and disappointment from daily light under misplaced blame and ruthless trying and endless choosing the constant support that reshaped disfigured the burned…
the treasonous free
to all who throw off their abusers tormentors to all who reject blind hypocrites prejudiced proud to all who arise still battered and sore to all who alone stand for…
deeply productive
There is a prophecy written deep in your soul. It is personal and powerful and specific to you at this place and time. You perceive it as a question, but…
oscar wilde
“To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people just exist.” – oscar wilde
alexandre dumas
“Life is a storm, my young friend. You will bask in the sunlight one moment, be shattered on the rocks the next. What makes you a man is what you…
louis l’amour
“There will come a time when you believe everything is finished. That will be the beginning.” – louis l’amour
clint eastwood
“I tried being reasonable, I didn’t like it.” – clint eastwood