Vonnegut had failed enough in his life at all the things for which he hadnt much talent to know in his bones that being blessed with a God-given knack for something is a prerequisite for success at it. All of your work is eye and mind popping. Thank you for sharing the joy of your trip with us. Start, renew, or give a subscription to Poets & Writers Magazine; change your address; check your account; pay your bill; This quote is so true. Really beautiful, very hope filled. Isnt It a Beautiful Day! You do a great job taking pictures. Studios, isner Award-winning writer Ryan North (Unbeatable . Recommend to friends. Her second novel, Dead Drop, is a 'lyrical, daring' thriller, published by Linen Press. This is a beautiful summary and reminder of how we can both individually and collectively dissolve the powerless, baseless lies with Truth. I love that you live such an active life, have so many interests, and share your insights with me. Mechanics fix automobiles. You are a treasure! Your blog is very interesting and insightful. This is just what I needed today. What a beautiful spirit you have, shining right through your source. Your interpretation is helpful for my thought and Im sure many others. But its only one of the components for creating good fiction. The beautiful must wear hideous masks or disfigure themselves, the intelligent must listen to earsplitting noises . Kurt and Jane Vonnegut worked together to build his career, a fact he readily acknowledged upon their separation. The author uses the 1965 novel Stoneras a catalyst for sharing his own struggles as a writer, father, andhusband grappling with his own mortality. In between the lines I read that Leeds, Marc. Thank you for your spiritual calm, support for each of us, uninhibited creativity, and amazing paintings. You amuse-inspire-edify-entertain-inform-uplift-enhance-educate-color!-my days! Thank you for the constant good thoughts and beautiful expressions of love and joy that you share on your blog. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and the helpful ones of others. I heartily agree with them all now I have a bigger perspective on life. Thank you for this. So the simplicity, and thats not a bad word for it, of my writing was caused by the fact that my audience was composed of sophomores, juniors and seniors. No talent. You are such a gem Polly- it is an incredible blessing to daily read your blog! You continue to inspire, impress, and The Brussels sprouts were an exceptionally BIG hit here. X x x. Beautiful photos! Not easy to do! Your blog is full of the wonderful, multilayered colors and textures that you play with, and share so unselfishly with the world. our only true peace is in pleasing Our Creator! Thanks for keeping that idea alive. Because I went from a failure, someone who hadn't been talented enough at anything to excel, to someone who did things because I enjoyed them. When I open my email in the morning I read all the have-to emails first; I save yours to read as dessert. I just have to say it. I can taste the yellows and hear the oranges! In my case, it was writing. Thank you, Polly!! Malby 2023. She works as a painter and has exhibited in galleries across the United States. . I am grateful for the myriad ways you celebrate Life in your art, activities and relationships. These photos are so wonderful, it really warms the heart. Thank you so much for this thoughtful, informative and articulate book review, Polly! I keep coming back to look at the paintings again. The phrase divine choreography is resonating with me. Get the Word Out is a new publicity incubator for debut fiction writers and poets. And I told him, no I dont play any sports. Thank you for your ultra positive, upbeat, cheering and cheerful expressions in so many forms. This poem really hit home. The image paired with the text was spot on! It was a wonderful mix of beauty, humor, and thoughtfulness. This was always my criteria as my son was growing up and deciding on different sports & activities. Thank you for getting it out there. Such a rich feast! The True Art of Winning By Kurt Vonnegut. He always challenges the A band in order to take their seat. Love your blog. Neither did he confuse life experience with craft. Kurt Sr. was one of the most prominent architects in the city, and his wife, Edith, was the daughter of a wealthy Indianapolis brewer. amaze me, Polly. I am so grateful for your generous sharing of ideas across so many different fields! I encourage authenticity, nurture creativity, champion sustainability, promote peace, and hope to foster a new renaissance where we all are free to be our most fulfilled, multifaceted, and terrific selves. You inspire me! The Asshole and the Proto-Emoji: The Visual Artwork of Kurt Vonnegut. In a sense he " enlarges the scope" of the novel by showing the . Love your work, Polly. This blog is a daily dose from an spiritually-oriented, artist, thinker, sage. found: Author's Player piano, 1952. found: New York times WWW site, Apr. Our series of subject-based handbooks (PDF format; $4.99 each) provide information and advice from authors, literary agents, editors, and publishers. Absolutely stunning, Polly. The photos speak volumes tooand I see the connections with the poem perfectly. You are a shining light and you are definitely using all your wonderful talents. In Kurt Vonnegut Jr's short story, 'Harrison Bergeron', the setting contributes significantly towards the meaning of the story. In addition, the idea of an uncomplicated style was very much in the air back thenclarity, shorter sentences, strong verbs, a de-emphasis of adverbs and adjectives, that sort of thing. And, Offit says, I have to tell you: the gift for narrative, for storytelling, is rarer than the gift for poetic prose or elegant languageit isnt even close. He adds, The students I have had over the years who could write stories were eventually published.. Original, demonstrating individuality and confidence! I want to express my gratitude to you for such a well thought out essay. Thank you deeply, Polly! Excellent post, dear Polly! Vonnegut: Trade. Thats amazing! Write like a writer, Vonnegut said. Jen Evenhus Workshop in Saco, Maine (Photos), Pot-Roasted Celeriac (Celery Root) with Horseradish Sauce (Recipe), Agony (New Good Friday Poem by Polly Castor), Practicing Direction (New Poem by Polly Castor). Im off on a refreshing direction. I cherish the healing thoughts therein very much, and they are very helpful. Thank you! Deep and encompassing. I love the infinite range of ideas, expression, and media in this BIG blog of yours. $17.95. "I don't think being good at things is the point of doing them. . Because I went from a failure, someone who hadnt been talented enough at anything to excel, to someone who did things because I enjoyed them. Prior explicit permission is required, however, for any portion of Polly Castors photographs, art works or writings to be otherwise copied, reproduced in any way, re-blogged or downloaded (Contact Me Here). Required fields are marked *. Monkey House: With Kurt Vonnegut Jr., Len Cariou, Kaj-Erik Eriksen, Miguel Fernandes. Thank you. Thank you! You have such a gift for photographyand for pastelsand for cookingand for finding interesting booksand, and, and. Every day I look forward to your blog. You are proving and sharing truth in a precious, creative, encouraging, and heartfelt way. Carpenters build houses. Your art, your poetry, your philosophy, your religion, your book reviews, your photography, your husband! could you direct me to more literature on spiritual healing? Youre an amazing role model!! like a bird, natural and beautiful, just singing out truth in her special song on a fine winter morning. You are a blessing! Because I went from a failure, someone who hadnt been talented enough at anything to excel, to someone who did things because I enjoyed them. I love seeing them. 1. 300 pp. Vonnegut's vision of an America restructured by industrial technocrats whose robotics in the workplace result in a devaluing of human participation. And I said, Oh no, but Im not any good at ANY of them.And he said something then that I will never forget and which absolutely blew my mind because no one had ever said anything like it to me before: I dont think being good at things is the point of doing them. It radiates hope and feeling of calmness. I am so happy to have your blog in my life! He wrote about dystopian societies, disillusionment with war, and skepticism, particularly connecting with millions of readers in the 1960s counterculture. The No-Talent Kid is about a kid who had no musical ability but was in the band. Write a poem to a friend, even a lousy poem. Kurt Vonnegut Books. Polly, I love your poem you were never unwanted. My point, then, is that I was taught to write the way I do [italics mine]. As a result his interests took him from soccer, lacrosse and football to magic, juggling and circus arts. Kurt Vonnegut's Cat's Cradle is a darkly comic book with serious intent. You are a woman deeply filled to the brim. Easy to see why you are much loved. I think one reason I enjoy your blog is that you Stand Forth In All Your God-given Glory, expressing everything Good! It's not always easy and there are so many people already doing it. "Kurt Vonnegut: Unstuck In Time" is a new documentary about the famed author and the then-unknown filmmaker who wanted to make a film about Vonnegut. Review Posted Online: Oct. 6, 2011. Your talent is incredible!!! Your poem feels like a lesson, a treatment, and a love letter all rolled into one perfect package. I had been raised in such an achievement-oriented environment, so inundated with the myth of Talent, that I thought it was only worth doing things if you could "Win" at them.". My mother adores your blog and speaks to me often about what recent nugget you shared which she thought was wonderful! Click the Shop Now button and a percentage goes to support this blog. Thank you for Saying So Well What Needs To Be SAID! You are a wonder! Copies of photos and artwork are available for purchase in my Gallery. This has needed to be said for a while! A week or two ago, a long-ish Kurt Vonnegut (1922-1977) quote was passed around Facebook. Facebook fcmalbyauthor | www.fcmalby.com and a whole lot more. I am so totally impressed with your photography, poetry, and painting. A wonderful poem Polly! This blog is upbeat, progressive, sincere, colorful, metaphoric, and exploratory. I give thanks for you and the blog! Thank you for all your uplifting daily contributions, wherever form they take photos, recipes, artwork, book reviews and smiley faces! Your paintings make me so happy. This is absolutely beautiful and so incredibly helpful and inspiring!