January 2010
“It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so...”
– J.K. Rowlin (via thoughtsdetained) (via quote-book)
On the odd days, I am like my father
I do not like to repeat myself when I have said my piece
I hate explaining myself repeatedly
On the even days, I am like my mother
I need to say everything thousands of times
I interrupt others without listening to them because sometimes I feel what I need to say is more important than what they may be voicing
I am an aggressive communicator
I am a...
okay universe, i see you
solartime:
is it a coincidence that the DAY that SALINGER dies, i was assigned to have the first half of THE CATCHER IN THE RYE read for my young adult literature class?
no such thing as coincidences, my love.
On fate #1.
grassbladelips:
nomakeup:
You are all over my mouth
You are in my mailbox at five in the morning
right after the snow falls
You are two minutes late to the bus stop
The first thing you hear
when you enter my house is
my laughter in the other room
Did you fall in love with me
because you dropped your cell phone
and the bus went rolling by
only to open my front door later
at the exact...
Searching For Our Fathers in Between the Sheets
As I study and analyze the course of my life and the overarching themes in it, my sexuality is something that has always been the antagonist in my life. It has, in the recent years, become a good friend and on its way to becoming a trusted, valued one. I have realized that my problems with my sexuality stem and have roots in my past, before I even knew what sex was. When it comes to men, I barely...
“Among other things, you’ll find that you’re not the first person who was ever...”
– J.D. Salinger, The Catcher in the Rye, Chapter 24 (via julie911)
RIP
(via quote-book)
“All human actions have one or more of these seven causes: chance, nature,...”
– Aristotle (via simtan) (via quote-book)
“I’ve been crawling on my belly clearing out what could’ve been....”
– Tool, Forty Six and 2
Earthquake?
burkeland:
An earthquake with just as much force (supposedly) as this one in Haiti killed about 70 people in San Fransisco. It seems a little odd that so much destruction was caused and the only excuse for the higher number of deaths is poverty? i dont see that connection. When you do some research about Haiti (first black republic, beat out the french army, etc) you know it is a critical...
Dirty Whore
I was called a dirty whore a few weeks ago. Before my feminist sisters flip the fuck out about this one, I laughed when I heard him tell me that. The conversation went something like this: Him: You’re such a dirty whore! Me: Hell yeah I’m a whore…and I love it! {Both of us start laughing} The term “whore” is seen by many women as a heinous thing to be called by anyone. After looking up the...
“Any pain you feel will never, ever, compare to the regret that comes from from...”
– Ghost of Girlfriends Past (via quote-book)
*Too fucking true.
Watchbrianomnidillon:
Thick Like Love - Caroline Rothstein & Fritz
You don't have to be a 'starving artist'
I was told this today by the principal of the school I work for. My mother set up a meeting between him and I. She’s on a crusade to try and find me a new job, as well as getting me guidance to be successful. Bless her soul; she means well.
I sat down to speak to him and it was a great conversation. Turns out he studied the same things I have in college and was open to the path I’ve...
“Don’t compromise yourself. You are all you’ve got.”
– Janis Joplin (via erinsshenanigans) (via quote-book)
“Someday, after mastering winds, waves, tides and gravity, we shall harness the...”
– Pierre Teilhard de Chardin (via psychotherapy) (via quote-book)
“Love is what we are born with. Fear is what we learn. The spiritual journey is...”
– Marianne Williamson (via julie911) (via quote-book)
I have a challenge for you.
grassbladelips:
The next time you are alone in your bedroom, or taking a walk somewhere, or doing whatever it is you are doing, be aware of your surroundings. Listen to your old house creak, smell the cold air, feel your boot hit the wet pavement. Open yourself up to everything. Really experience that moment.
Did this today. Everything is so so vivid. There is so much going on!
“Have patience with everything that remains unsolved in your heart. Try to love...”
– Rainer Maria Rilke (via fatalistichues) (via quote-book)
The collapse is arbitrary, almost insignificant To the overwhelming responsibility laid upon us Women with portals enveloped in warm flesh As the reaper comes to collect his debt And the earth cracks the concrete that foolishly attempted to stifle her The streets will run red with the blood of the dead And the entrance of the living My hands have crimson on them already There is life on my hands...
Things not to do when we become parents:
1. Put your children in the middle of your arguments.
2. Ask your children to advocate to the other parent on your behalf.
3. Tell your child in detail about your sex life…or lack thereof.
4. Lie to them and tell them they can be whatever they want, and then when they come home a poet/musician/writer/artist, tell them they are lazy and need professional help.
5. Put the fear of you in...
“No matter where you are now life changes and you can always get yourself out of...”
– Ellen DeGeneres (via jessicachu) (via quote-book)
studsmcgee:
helped dia load soundbites videos tonight, and i came up with the first ever intangible drinking game:
1) watch random intangible collective performances on youtube 2) drink anytime you hear omni in the audience say “what!” or “c’mon” 3) die of alcohol poisoning
Because what you say is true, I am not playing this game ever.
It felt good to tell my mother this morning that I am (was) angry and have no intention of bottling it up any longer.
It was also the first time I said out loud that I’m angry at the fact that I cannot worship in my own way freely.
In other news, my mother thinks I’ve spiraled out of control and am in a terrible depression. And is wondering what happened to her sweet little girl.
...
“A new study from Oxford University found that women who carry extra weight...”
– SETH MEYERS, Weekend Update (via inothernews) (via getwhatyougive) (via tiredofbeingignored) (via waterwrittenasrain) (via nosceteipsum)
“Innocence and independence make a brave spirit.”
– Thomas Fuller (via quote-book)
At Night
You’re always lovelier at night When the moon kisses your skin And all I can see is the outline of your body Smooth like the wine bottles of my deep infatuation The faint remnants of greenery and white zinfandel On your lips Tastes like heaven on an unlikely hell I like your lips when they touch mine; They’re less poisonous that way. You’re so much lovelier at night So...
Why I haven't washed my Intangible hoodie
Cherese: Why don't you just wash it?
Me: It smells clean and it looks fine.
Cherese: When did you get it?
Me: ....November.
Cherese: I think it's time to wash it then.
Me: I don't want to wash the love out of it.
If You Forget Me - Pablo Neruda
I want you to know one thing. You know how this is: if I look at the crystal moon, at the red branch of the slow autumn at my window, if I touch near the fire the impalpable ash or the wrinkled body of the log, everything carries me to you, as if everything that exists, aromas, light, metals, were little boats that sail toward those isles of yours that wait for me. Well, now, if little by little...
Untying My Tongue Pt.1
*disclaimer #1: I don’t usually curse this much.
*disclaimer #2: If you’re a Catholic/Christian, I apologize in advance.
At work today, I was rather lackluster and unenthusiastic about being there. I usually don’t mind the work; it’s pretty mindless. For those curious, I am a skilled practioner of the janitorial arts at a charter school. I found myself close to tears...
Don't ask or I will tell...
Mami: You smoke cigarettes still?
Me: Not really.
Mami: What about marijuana?
Me: Sometimes.
Mami: Ay m'ija...please, think of your mother!
Me (in my head): I think of you all the time. Every time I take a hit, I wish I could pass you the L so you can fucking relax for once.
Just another day visiting the Christians...
Director: Do you accept Jesus as your lord and savior?
Me: Um...I think Jesus was cool...
Director: Are you a Christian?
Me: I was baptized and confirmed before...
Director: Where do you stand with the church?
Me: Well..I'm really open minded...
(after looking at their volunteer pledge, which explicitly requires them to go to church once a week and accept Jesus as lord and savior)
Me (pushing all the paperwork back to her): I can't lie to you. I don't believe in any of this.
