for the Creatives

An artist’s call to serve

A big part of an artist's calling is the call to serve. I think of the work of an artist throughout history, of commissions and patronage, of crafting for practical purposes and for communal areas. Sometimes I see serving and chores synonymously, which is of course a piece of serving. But it's important to remember the work of service in the artistic field too.

scunnered irish mug
Musings, Relationships

Something better than a chai latte

You might remember me telling you about my recent terrible horrible no-good very-bad day. And it all started with a broken mug, which the chai latte warned me about but I didn't take heed. (Yes, chai lattes talk to me. Don't they speak to you?)   Question: What is better than something that warns of… Continue reading Something better than a chai latte