I made a deal with Seneca — dead these two thousand or so years — to read just one book, instead of my usual three. The Metaphysical Club explores the lives and ideas of Oliver Wendell Holmes, William James, John Dewey, and others. I chose poorly. I thought it was a collection of biographies. BiographyContinueContinue reading “My One Book Deal with Seneca”
Category Archives: Field Notes
Mental Strength
Daily writing promptWhat’s a moment that made you realize you were stronger than you thought?View all responses Back in February, I challenged myself to a 24-hour fast: 8 pm-8 pm. It wasn’t for weight loss or an operation. I simply wanted to see if I — a wicked foodie — could handle 24 hours withoutContinueContinue reading “Mental Strength”
Ideal Life
Daily writing promptIf you had to describe your ideal life, what would it look like?View all responses Isn’t this a challenging yet simple inquiry! I’ve often envisioned a few paths in life, varying between a traveling nomad and a happy little homesteader. For this, why don’t I focus on the homesteading, as that’s been theContinueContinue reading “Ideal Life”
Quebec Filming Notes
I’ve returned from my second expedition to Quebec City. My parents joined me on this trip as I filmed B-roll for my documentary on Mathieu d’Amours, a distant relative. I managed to capture quite a bit of content, but much more remains for a future visit. Mathieu D’Amours Memorial We captured 57 shots during theContinueContinue reading “Quebec Filming Notes”
February’s System
When you have multiple creative pursuits and a full-time job, systems are needed to properly manage energy and time. Systems are vital to consistency and quality. They must undergo testing through trial and error. The first week of February worked splendidly. I produced two blog posts and a video for YouTube. The next week, theContinueContinue reading “February’s System”
Who Leads: Story or Form?
The piece discusses the relationship between story and form in writing, emphasizing that story ideas often guide their appropriate form. Different formats, including long-form, short stories, poems, and films, reveal new elements of the narrative. Experimentation with forms enhances storytelling, as seen in adaptations like Forrest Gump and Killer Angels, leading to varied experiences and insights.
Form in Writing
Form is the way a story is presented: written, visual, audio. While adaptations prove that stories can work in multiple forms, the first one is often the truest.