Thanks for writing! I finished the transcription for your post. It seems pretty rough in there, but it's your story is very interesting. I hope you've made up with Bear.
Thanks so much for the reply! Do they let you read whatever you want? If so, try checking out the Classical and medieval philosophers, if you haven't already, like Aristotle and Aquinas. The text is very difficult, but once it is conquered, you gain so much insight into the world. I always like to read philosophy when I can, because it can help grow my mind, and because it makes me feel as if I were actually conversing with figures from hundreds of years ago. Also, where is your book? I would love to read it! Is it somewhere on your BtB blog page? Can't wait to hear back! Best, Calhoun25
Thanks so much for the reply! I do like to write in my free time, and at least read literary works from others. I was browsing through (BTB has so many interesting pieces), and this piece happened to catch my eye. How long have you been writing for? Also, do you have influences on your poetry (heros you look up to, &c.), or is it all self-inspired? Can't wait to hear back! -Calhoun25 P.S. If you can, try reading up on the Classical and medieval philosophers, if you haven't already, like Aristotle and Aquinas. They are very difficult reads, but after conquering and understanding them, you can get a lot out of it, and perhaps more inspiration for poetry. I recently read a couple of their works; phew! what a work out for the mind, particularly because the translations are difficult to understand without reading closely.
Thank you so much for your blog post. Our society should treat all with compassion - and allow people who may have harmed another to set those harms right rather than lock them away and have them suffer. It doesn't make any sense!
I am far from CA but hope you can feel the warm energy vibes I am sending your way.
I am reading an article that made me think of you. It is called "Response to Injury: Toward Ethical Construction of the Other" by Hugo Kamya and David Trimble in the Journal of Systemic Therapies, Volume 21, Number 3, year 2002. From the abstract:
"Retaliation if seen as a monologic form of discourse, in contrast to the dialogic forms of discourse that are necessary for healing and reconciliation. The article proposes two paths to restoration of dialogue: emotional reconnection between victim and victimizer, and connection of victims with witnessing audiences. Restorative justice is offered as one vehicle for restoration of dialogue."
Thank you for continuing to write, to be involved, to dialogue, and to connect.
I think quotes from religion can be used and manipulated to back up so many different views, it is dangerous. We should never rule superstitions over science, surely. At least some parts of Christianity are moving forward to accept science into the mix.
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Please keep writing.
"Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; The most massive characters are seared with scars". Kahlil Gibran. Stay strong.
Wishing you peace!!
Karen
I'm sorry no one wished you a happy birthday. I'm sure they haven't forgotten about you.
It seems pretty rough in there, but it's your story is very interesting. I hope you've made up with Bear.
Best,
Calhoun25
-Calhoun25
P.S. If you can, try reading up on the Classical and medieval philosophers, if you haven't already, like Aristotle and Aquinas. They are very difficult reads, but after conquering and understanding them, you can get a lot out of it, and perhaps more inspiration for poetry. I recently read a couple of their works; phew! what a work out for the mind, particularly because the translations are difficult to understand without reading closely.
Thank you so much for your blog post. Our society should treat all with compassion - and allow people who may have harmed another to set those harms right rather than lock them away and have them suffer. It doesn't make any sense!
I am far from CA but hope you can feel the warm energy vibes I am sending your way.
Best,
Susan
I am reading an article that made me think of you. It is called "Response to Injury: Toward Ethical Construction of the Other" by Hugo Kamya and David Trimble in the Journal of Systemic Therapies, Volume 21, Number 3, year 2002. From the abstract:
"Retaliation if seen as a monologic form of discourse, in contrast to the dialogic forms of discourse that are necessary for healing and reconciliation. The article proposes two paths to restoration of dialogue: emotional reconnection between victim and victimizer, and connection of victims with witnessing audiences. Restorative justice is offered as one vehicle for restoration of dialogue."
Thank you for continuing to write, to be involved, to dialogue, and to connect.
Susan
At least some parts of Christianity are moving forward to accept science into the mix.