Clutter...

Im not sure what to write right now, but I wanted to get this picture up before too long.  I have started a new sketchbook with the specific goal of saturation.  As the spring time comes on hard its pretty clear that our once sparse landscape is about to fill out.  My personal schedule has recently lulled a little as a few old projects wrapped up but future commitments are piling up for a pretty hectic spring tempest.  I guess its best that I just enjoy this short calm before the storm and spend my time investigating a few of the inspirational projects that have been kept on the back burners.  Think... Worm Herding.

Edgy...

Things are moving forward, slowly but surely.  It's funny because they are going exactly according to plans... almost uncannily so.  Winter larders are running thin and as spring approaches, the prospect of fresh new growth precariously rests on the heads of falling stocks.  There are many opportunities to make it through this transition but with limited supplies, being resourceful will be key.  

The five year plan for the last four years is almost in full effect.  The business is growing.  Our work is well received and it will be interesting to test our points of leverage.  I have a feeling that the potential is far beyond anything I can imagine...  and I am a pretty good imaginer.  All we can do now is be patient and keen, stick to the plan and make sure that we are doing all of the work that needs to be done.  With that being case... I better get back to work. 

HABITats

I recently tied two of my worlds together in a very real way.  After living and working in two seemingly separate habitats for the past six years, a short bike trip and boat ride put it all into perspective.  It was a very encouraging realisation that these two places are so much closer than one might think.

It was also very encouraging to spend time in the presence of genuine superheroes.  Some people just understand what is really valuable in this world.  To share those things with them is a good step towards gaining that understanding for yourself.  

In the mean time I am back at home trying to keep the fire stoked, but not too hot; keep the pans clean, but well seasoned and to keep an eye on the future while not losing sight of whats right in front of me.  If all goes as planned it should be a pretty good year.

PS-  If you ever get to see the original drawing for this post... consider yourself blessed.

Mad Fat Businessing

It is soo much fun when you love what you're doing.  It's even more fun when you're doing something that you have been dreaming of for years... literally.  And it's even more fun when you're doing all of it with your good friends and a parrot on your shoulder... literally.  Things are picking up speed and the spring is already coming.  I have been making lots of good connections and really starting to see what the future will look like.  The forecast is... lots of gardens, lots of drawings, lots of workshops, lots of friends, lots of work and lots of fun...

On the Horizon...

Its hard to measure work. I am sure there are physics equations and technical definitions but understanding just how much you can handle is a really tricky problem. I am some sort of limbo... maybe its more of a calibration period. It seems like I need to do more though when I look at my list of things to do its a pretty healthy page of tasks. Future projects loom while past projects linger and I am watching it all from behind the windshield of a rusty old truck. Either way I can still see where I am headed and it looks to be pretty sweet. The short terms will soon be wrapped up and the most epic project to date will soon get off of the ground... or into the ground... depends on how you look at it.

For an explanation of this picture...  http://www.cascadiaweekly.com/pdfs/issues/201003.pdf

Homework

The challenges of writing your own schedule seem particularly special.  When the road in front of us goes wherever we tell it too, its hard not to move too fast.  I have been trying to keep as busy as I need to, though I will continue to calibrate my system.  Right now I work in and out of my bedroom, in the morning, in the night time, in the afternoon, or not all.  Its pretty fun and as the line between work and life gets more and more fuzzy, I say let it go.  If it works out right, we won't even go to work anymore as everything we need is right at home.

Settling Down...

It seems like the transitional theme is going to carry through the holidays.  Having been in and out of my new home so much, I am little disorientated  but damn am I ready to lay some roots.  It's like I stepped away from town just far enough to see the beauty of the bigger picture.  A few pieces of what I enjoy so much are starting to come together, including but not limited too, a guerilla art gallery, putting gardens on top of athletic fields, super funky dance parties and splitting wood with friends.  As the winter approaches I am feeling pretty warm and cozy... but deep down on the inside I cannot wait for this spring.  See you there.

Move in...

The process of moving in to my new home is mostly complete but the culture shock piece is just about to hit.  It is pretty amazing how great this new environment is and it will be challenging to shed some of the old habits which keep me from making the best of this opportunity.  I feel like this is the time to really take hold of what I want in life and never let go.  Everything is in its perfect place and the future of our culture is so close I can taste it... or at least walk outside and harvest some for me and my friends.

Homeward...

Moving is exciting.  Especially when there is no rush to it.  I am taking my time to make certain that all loose ends will be wrapped up.  I am also working on the transference of momentum so that I can land in the Ham with a fair amount of force.  Some projects are wrapping up as others are coming into the coffer.  All is going well even in spite of a sharp little reality check.  My right arm has been on the fritz as of late.  Nothing too worrisome, but a good reminder to be grateful for what you have... and to stretch out, relax a little and to stand up straight.  All of which are good habits to work on.

The Hotseat

These past couple of weeks have been inspirational to say the least.  When your working with amazing people, its hard not to be amazed.  As such, I have been very impressed with the work I have been involved with and looking to the future I am very excited.  Its a funny kind of excitement though.  The term "Sublime" comes to mind.  Like the grand canyon, vast and beautiful yet terrifying all at once.   I have a wonderful perspective from where I am right now... peeking out over crimson cliffs to hear emerald whirlpools roaring through red rocks below.  This perspective doesn't come without a bit of anxiousness, but its good to be on edge, I feel well prepared and well guided.  Its like the best seat in the house. and there's room for a lot of friends...

Transition Time

There's lots of talk these days about the future.  Fruits being stored, leaks are being fixed, garden beds are being put to rest and everyone is planning for the winter.  Looking at the impending transition, I can't help but taste the bittersweet.  My tribe is on the disband and never again will we be whole.  But new wholes are forming and the potential is nearly overwhelming.  I am taking these days as opportunity to really evaluate the last year... and plan the next ten.  The assessment... Its been really good and its about to get a lot better...