In Praise of Silence
You speak. Nevertheless, those lips vibrate like the beating of a gnat’s wings. Speak. You speak when the…
existentialism
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Update: new poetry “Like the counterweight of a metronome”
I’ve just added a new poem called “Like the counterweight of a metronome,” which I composed a few…
In Praise of Doubt
Each day, I cross out a calendar box. Not to mark a day gone by or to be…
Important but damn dull
What’s your dream job? If you think I should write a short list like “dentist,” “taxi driver,” or…
Beethoven’s mind in the silence of his music
Some time ago, I had the pleasure of watching a documentary on Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli (whom, from now…
Escher knew the name of the game
If you could un-invent something, what would it be? Unfortunately (or maybe luckily), un-inventing is impossible and…
A solitary man
Can you share a positive example of where you’ve felt loved? I feel I’m in trouble trying to…
Whatever you do, always point to the Moon!
What is your mission? I love the idea of a mission and, running the risk of appearing too…
Long life means a baby’s life
What are your thoughts on the concept of living a very long life? I believe it’s difficult for…
Eleven: the number of magic
Elevating oneself morally and spiritually, rising above the cloud blankets and the sky itself, has always been the…