Backward Mutters

  • "The Pulley" by George Herbert

    When God at first made man,Having a glasse of blessings standing by;Let us (said he) poure on him all we can:Let the worlds riches, which dispersed lie,Contract into a span. So strength first made a way;Then beautie flow’d, then wisdome, honour, pleasure:When almost all was out, God made a stay,Perceiving…

  • Play Me I’m Yours

    I heard a couple of friends were traveling to NYC to make music and share in the community development of artist Luke Jerram. Here’s a news story on the Play Me I’m Yours project in NYC. http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=13220280&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=0&color=&fullscreen=1Play Me, I’m Yours from The Daily Beast Video on Vimeo. Here are our…

  • Camping and Community

    The first time I went to Carolina Hemlock Recreation Area was when I was the age of my 13 year old son — that was over 30 years ago. What is impressive is the significance of place for the establishment and longevity of community. I am connected to a network…

  • Slushballs and Orange Soda Pop Bottles

    Today is Bill Cosby’s birthday. In honor of the event, we’re declaring it Jr. Barnes Day. Who is Jr. Barnes, you ask? You can find out here.

  • Po People’s Store

    Heard this song by Shinyribs on WNCW while climbing NC80 up to Carolina Hemlock Campground this weekend. I sang the chorus all weekend. (H.T. Kevin McClain)