Tag Archives: Thinking in Words

Century #15: Of Mind and Matter

Posted on September 7, 2011 by randomyriad

From the Journal of Martin Way January 15, 1936 Life is hard, but engaging here, alone among so many friends and loved ones. Work is constant and physically exhausting much of the time, but my mind continues to wander even … Continue reading →

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Century #14: Cold Light, Long Shadows, Tea

Posted on September 4, 2011 by randomyriad

From the Journal of Martin Way: Allentown, Pennsylvania January 5, 1936 The cold hard light comes in through the white curtains and sets them glowing. Bits of dust swirl and ignite in slanting rays that pierce the room through the … Continue reading →

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Century #11: Time, Despair, and a Summer Storm

Posted on August 30, 2011 by randomyriad

From the Journal of Martin Way August 20, 1935 Does time exist? I can’t remember which one, but one of the Greek philosophers said he was not sure. Here outside my little shack at sunset. I know time is different … Continue reading →

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Century #10: Mistakes

Posted on August 29, 2011 by randomyriad

From the journal of Lita Hopkins London, England July 8, 1928 My journal is so small I fill the pages rapidly, but I can write anywhere. It is inconspicuous and goes unnoticed even at my usual table at Vincent’s this … Continue reading →

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Century #9: Expectations

Posted on August 28, 2011 by randomyriad

From the journal of Martin Way August 18, 1935 Until recently I expected more from people than they could give and still keep themselves whole. What happened with Estelle is a good example. I wanted her to be interested in … Continue reading →

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