Author: Stray Poet

The Source Of Poetry

Poetry is not something that simply spills from the mind unbidden. No, Poetry is an essence that travels from one being to the next; it is shared by ingestion of life. A life absent from the poetic expressions found in the trees, the fall colors, the simple poetry of life will never give birth to… Continue reading The Source Of Poetry

My New Favorite Pen: The Kuretake Letter Pen

I am enamored with my new pen: the Kuretake Letter Pen.
It has a really fine point that allows for heavier lines when pressed hard, it makes really beautiful lettering, and gives my normal handwriting a bit of pretty flair.
 I just loooove it!
 (BTW: I got it from www.jetpens.com )

Inspiration Kit

Inspiration rarely gives warning; so I must be ready! 


When I suddenly get the urge to make art; I dig into the dark depths of my messenger bag, and pull out my trusty Moleskine Watercolor Notebook and my Winsor & Newton Bijou Box. 


Then, I search for the soft brown wrapped Ple Ple Pen Case,… Continue reading Inspiration Kit

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Lucidity

‘Lucidity’ is an absolute clarity and understanding. As if all the shadows have been cleared away, and all that remains are hard truths. In average existence, our minds are busy with the details and routines of everyday life; we often exist almost as machines. As if the conscious mind stays just behind the present, and… Continue reading Lucidity

Imagination VS. Knowledge -Albert Einstein [Quote]

‘IMAGINATION IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN KNOWLEDGE’ – ALBERT EINSTEIN (1879-1955) At first, this quote sounds a little quaint and assuming; as though a vivid imagination is all that is necessary to succeed. Were this true, it would be welcome relief for all the worried parents of starry eyed oblivious school children. Imagination is valueless without… Continue reading Imagination VS. Knowledge -Albert Einstein [Quote]

Coyote Soul, Raven Heart: Meditations Of A Hunter Wanderer – Reg Darling [Book Review]

Coyote Soul, Raven Heart: Meditations Of A Hunter Wanderer stands easily in the company of other Nature Philosophical works as Ogburn’s ‘The Winter Beach’, Beston’s Outermost House, and yes even ‘Walden’ by Thoreau. Like these other books; the subject and content of ‘Coyote Soul, Raven Heart’ is not easily distilled into a few words, Reg’s… Continue reading Coyote Soul, Raven Heart: Meditations Of A Hunter Wanderer – Reg Darling [Book Review]

Ripples In The High Water

Sad soft ripples forget the hills upon which the snows fell. They run down the valleys into southerly forgetfulness. When these drops exit the lonely land via the great Mississippi; the journey begins again. -Ezra

A Clutter-Free Life

Lately I have become obsessed with the idea of a clutter free life; and consequently a clutter free mind. There is an old saying: “The more you own; the more what you own, owns you.” I really have begun to feel that way. it seems that I am simply full of stuff. Little things that… Continue reading A Clutter-Free Life

Dreary Winter

Now in the midst of dreary winter, while the hills wear their white mantles, I sense a withering of will, and a drying up of muscle. When buds burst into leaves, I also break out in motion, powering against the rusted pedals, to rush down that path of leaves; rustling. . Wintry winds tear at… Continue reading Dreary Winter