No-nonsense Jack Reacher owns no clothes beyond what he wears. This is minimalism at its extreme. And while we’re not yet to the ideal of
Tag: Simplicity
Life Has Calories
I read this sentiment years ago. It means that there’s a cost, a weight, a responsibility that comes along with life: maintenance tasks that have
One is None
The adage “Two is one, and one is none,” may not be familiar to you unless you have military experience or you are a prepper.
Moving Heaven on Earth
The central California coastal region is beautiful. Idyllic, even. Especially here near Big Sur, it totally lives up to the hype. Verdant, rolling hills of
Mesmerized
Like an elemental Franz Mesmer, the ocean exudes a magnetic fluidum. Its power and effect command my absolute attention as it wields formidable hypnotic powers.
Spacetime
Somewhere around 1915, as he finalized his Theory of Special Relativity, Albert Einstein established the idea of “spacetime.” He melded what we perceive as the
Disconnecting
Without connection one can feel lost. Psychologists and physicians know there are very real mental and physical health consequences for people who chronically fail to
Utter Silence
One day you find yourself home alone with a chance to enjoy some solitude. No work, no chores, no obligations. The day is yours. You
Minimizing Overhead
On our guided geology walk at Black Canyon National Park, Ranger Paul talked about the “overhead” of life, the things we need to do in
A Place for Everything
Being a neatnik has its advantages. For example, you know where to find your things when you need them – no rummaging necessary. Plus, your