Why It’s Good to Fail Sometimes

During my 26 years on Earth so far I failed at many things. At love, at school at being a football player, at being a good grandson, even at being friendly. I'm still failing at plenty of things -- at getting my driver's license, at facing my worst fears, at communication. But there's inner truth … Continue reading Why It’s Good to Fail Sometimes

Driving

Those of you who know I'm not crazy about cars will no doubt be alarmed to hear that I'm learning how to drive. But it's true. The boy with a hat may be spotted about town, carefully steering the wheel while looking out for pedestrians at the crossing. He doesn't dare to use the horn … Continue reading Driving

Late Autumn Tea

​It's that time of the year When winter is upon us But not quite here. When we do what we can So we can keep doing what we can This year and the next, And a lifetime after that. Leaves rust poetical Swirl in the wind Crack behind us Cover our paths Draw hearts upon … Continue reading Late Autumn Tea