Oh man, these are some heavy posts. Time for a lighter load this time, n’est-ce pas? When I was back east, I tried to take time to have a bit of fun and be a bit creative. I was happy to see this reminder in a window display at Paper Source, which, I’ve discovered, is their tagline.

And, as you can see on the flickr photo page, my darling Andy D transcribed a poem I wrote and sent to him 6 (!) years ago:

My obsession since my birth
That has caused me endless mirth
And a tendency to caper —
It’s the substance known as paper.

Can’t quite say why I think it’s great
Is it the texture, color, weight?
A vellum in red, a laid in blue
A postcard with a gorgeous view

Wrapping paper I squirrel away
To cut a collage on a rainy day
Or paste into my paper book
Or just sit around and look

At the pretty pieces I have found
Paper pulp makes pulses pound
When pressed and flattened on a screen
And dyed and dried till so pristine

Working at a printing press
Were my happiest days, I will confess.
Some may find me rather odd
But I have a paper trail to god.

And this is a good time to keep reminding myself of the spiritual side of crafting, and to the deep commitment I want to continue to have towards creativity, supporting others in their art/craft, and to freedom of thought.