When I was youngI hated my body.Stomach always achingMuscles always hurting.Always too slow.Too small.Too boney.As I grew olderOnly got worse.Penis standing erectAt slightest stray thought.Heart always pounding.Everything too noisy.Too painful.Too overwhelming.Now I love my body.I know how to listenAs my body talks.When I grow sad or angryI know I need food.When I grow fatiguedI knowContinue reading “Poem: Body Talks”
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Just Enough: The Biblical Way
In church on Sunday, we were celebrating World Food Sunday. We talked about scarcity, and resource distribution, climate change, and a plethora of related topics. Throughout the service, I couldn’t help thinking on one of Kenneth C. Bailey’s quibbles with the Lord’s Prayer, which he covers in his wonderful book Jesus Through Middle-Eastern Eyes: CulturalContinue reading “Just Enough: The Biblical Way”
Poem: Best Of Both
He saysHe failedThat there’s no wayI could love him.She saysShe worriesThat she didn’t teach meEverything she needed to .I want to sayBut don’t know howThat they taught me allI need to know.That if it weren’t for themI wouldn’t beThe man I am today.I learned from themHow to observe and be aware.How to stay informed.How toContinue reading “Poem: Best Of Both”
Poem: Penis Moments
It has always been thereSource of curiositySource of pleasure.Both convenienceAnd inconvenience.My father taught meHow to wash itKeep it clean and healthy.I shouted with joyTo discover hair growingAll around it.I raced homeIn an effortTo have it not betray me.With golden liquid streaming forthI stood before my Grade 5 classFace flushed with shameAs a pool of wetnessTriggeredContinue reading “Poem: Penis Moments”
Poem: Ode To Dylan
We laid you to rest todayMy old friend.Still can’t quite comprehendThe violence of your endThe utter unfairness of it all.I know we’ve walkedDifferent roads of lateHaven’t crossed paths in years.Still I took comfortKnowing you were out there.I shall never forgetThe times we shared.The role you played.The support you gave.The lessons you taughtAll when I mostContinue reading “Poem: Ode To Dylan”
What I Would Do With Universal Basic Income
One of the biggest frustrations for the neurodiverse community in Ontario was the decision by the Ford government to scrap the UBI pilot project. The move was met with vocal opposition, with 100 of the top employers co-signing an open letter to the Ford government protesting the move. Recent looks at the growing housing bubble,Continue reading “What I Would Do With Universal Basic Income”
On Wicca, Witchcraft, And Christianity
I was finally baptized recently, and confirmed as a member of the United Church of Canada. As part of the service, I was given an opportunity to share my faith journey, which involved also emphasizing how important my time as a Wiccan was to finally being called to Christianity. And yet, I still encounter manyContinue reading “On Wicca, Witchcraft, And Christianity”
My Tai Chi Journey So Far: Looking Back At 15 Years Of Practice
Hi all! So, as I was walking to the park to practice my Tai Chi routines the other day, I realized that the 15 year anniversary of my Tai Chi practice had passed me by without me fully realizing it. So I thought I’d make a blog post about it, especially as I’m sure someContinue reading “My Tai Chi Journey So Far: Looking Back At 15 Years Of Practice”
Afraid to Dance
“A warrior who cannot dance? Clumsy in both war and peace he is”–Jedi Grand Master Yoda in Star Wars: Clone Wars: Cestus Deception by Steve Barnes I’ve noticed a trend among young adults in Canada, which was once a curiosity, but now is an area of growing concern. When people are encouraged to dance, thereContinue reading “Afraid to Dance”
Poem: 27 Approaches
The clock is tickingDays passing by27 fast approachesAs summer nears an end.What a year it has beenFilled with darknessConstantly remindedHow far I have to go.Wish I were betterStrongerMore loving.Approaching my birthdayFeeling very alone.Yet I do havePeople who love meMy friends and my family.I try to hold onTo faithHope and love.I fear I am doingMore harmContinue reading “Poem: 27 Approaches”
The Dreamers' Corner 