I was listening to my audiobook this morning on Creativity. The author interviewed many creative people from many disciplines. He said that creativity could not occur without first mastering the domain in which the creative person works. In other words, unless you know your subject, you cannot add to … Continue Reading
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The last Renaissance Man?
A "polymath" is a person whose expertise spans many domains - or subject areas. Leonardo was a polymath. He lived during the Renaissance, so … Continue Reading
A master of truth and beauty
You were too big a boy or girl to have mommy leave a light on. There were no "nightlights" plugged into wall outlets back in those days. You … Continue Reading
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The Flywheel
Slow but steady wins the race. — The tortoise In an interview with Glen Campbell (“By The Time I Get To Phoenix,” “Wichita Lineman”). Boy, that guy could sing! It was the late 60’s when Campbell made history by winning four Grammy’s for his songs. His 1967 hit “Gentle on My Mind” was an overnight … Continue Reading
The Bill Alexander Story
The Bill Alexander Story – Aldergrove
“But I’m here! I’m an artist!” Bill was losing his temper. "Here I go again," he thought, "just like in Toronto." Aldergrove In 1968, Bill started feeling the pull of the open road again. His dream of building an art colony would not leave him and he wanted to see if he might make that dream come true. He and Margarete set out from Los Angeles; and, this time, headed north to find their place … [Read More...]