Douggins attempts to create a Microcosm, with future intent on sharing thoughts previously reserved in solitary confinement. How do we allow our readings, writings and art forms to be received? … [Read more...] about A Microcosm Post is Borne
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Human, too (a blog)
I am driving across the country with my mom, Gloria, who is 83 years old and suffering from (undiagnosed) dementia, and a small dog, Mojo, who belongs to my family, formerly of New York—specifically, my mother and my father (who is no longer among the living) and my younger brother, A, who has stayed behind for the time being until the house we grew up in is sold. We are on our … [Read more...] about Human, too (a blog)
Simple Reiteration
You may experience confusion. (You may reiterate this confusion, expressing it externally into your environment.) Struggling to see the truth in me.My being itself may presentsurprise and challenge to your norms of mind and story. Your condition is partially intentional on behalf of your oppressors. Outer and inner. In this moment. You may not be prepared to see the … [Read more...] about Simple Reiteration
5 Visual Poems
Smudged Planets Beyond the Horizon Congratulations, Here's Your Certificate Images Behind Windows Various Concert Crowds I Seem to be Normal … [Read more...] about 5 Visual Poems
Foam bubble shadows
If the universe is like foamIt is our own bubbles through which we seeThat temporarily, conditionally obscures other bubblesfrom being seen. Fleeting flaps, opalescent gaps, Thicknesses. Tensions; unprocessed pains. Shadows. Be careful what you attack. Be sure what you're fighting. What the target is. What the beast is.It might be yourself in a mirror. (Simply … [Read more...] about Foam bubble shadows
Homage to Baldessari (7/17/31-1/2/20)
Pure Beauty George Rousse the man himself I learned today that the really wonderful American conceptual artist John Baldessari passed away about a week and a half ago. When I lived in Toledo about seven or eight years ago, I came across Baldessari's work - it might have been through Joel Lipman, whose visual poetry excited me and allowed me to discover similar artists … [Read more...] about Homage to Baldessari (7/17/31-1/2/20)