Roll the Dice by Charles Bukowski
“If you’re going to try, go all the way. Otherwise, don’t even start.” Complete poem ‘Roll the Dice’ by Charles Bukowski. Featuring the video ‘All the way’ by Willem Martinot Charles, based on the poem by Bukowski.
The Accidental Unicorn: How I Became A Designer Who Loves to Code
An article detailing my journey as a self-taught designer and developer, from the early days of the web to my present career. If a Unicorn is a designer who loves to code, then I am most definitely a unicorn.
Quotes about Design for Creative Inspiration
A list of some of my favorite quotes about design for creative inspiration. Quotes from Lester Beall, Paul Rand, Steve Jobs & many more.
Eighteen Days Without You by Anne Sexton
The full poem “Eighteen Days Without You” by Anne Sexton- my favorite winter, December poem.
Joan Jett Reputation Quote
Partly, I like a bad reputation. But I also want a reputation of being a good person. – Joan Jett Reputation Quote
Anais Nin on Love
Do not seek the because – in love there is no because, no reason, no explanation, no solutions. – Anaïs Nin quotes on love, from Henry And June
Follow Your Bliss
Follow your bliss. That which you love you must spend your life doing,
as passionately
& as perfectly as your heart, mind & instincts allow.
— George Lois
In Remembrance of Robin Williams
The world is in mourning at the news of Robin Williams death yesterday, taken apparently by his own hand.
RIP Mr Williams.
Lee Moses: Lost Soul Gems
Largely unknown and under appreciated deep soul musician Lee Moses is one of the best lost gems of soul music.
Susan B Anthony
“[…] think your best thoughts, speak your best words, work your best works, looking to your own conscience for approval.” – Susan B Anthony
Advice For A Young Writer by Joyce Carol Oates
From Joyce Carol Oates book, The Faith of A Writer, I found this excerpt to be quite good advice for a young writer.
Jon Stewart Speechless by Malala Yousafzai
This young woman is amazing. Like Jon Stewart, I’m left speechless too after hearing this interview with Malala Yousafzai.
Surprise Yourself
[..] write or draw or build or sing
or live as only you can. And I hope, somewhere in the next year, you surprise yourself.
Do You Have True Grit?
Grit personality: term based on an individual’s passion for a particular long-term goal coupled with a powerful motivation to achieve their objectives.
Elephants Emotional Intelligence
Elephants are very emotional creatures, known to be charismatic and highly communicative within their herds. My list of elephants emotional intelligence facts.
Words to Live By from H. Jackson Brown Jr.
Be brave. Even if you’re not, pretend to be.
No one can tell the difference. Don’t use time or words carelessly. (by H. Jackson Brown Jr.)