Tag Archives: shadow

Fable of the Monkey King

Posted on October 29, 2023 by Michael Patton

author’s note: Halloween—a good time to show our shadows. THE MONKEY KING Wishing to express his secret self on Halloween the man of aspiration planned to go to the party dressed as a warrior or a king or a warrior-king … Continue reading →

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One quiet afternoon, I did as I often do: I sat down under a tree in solitude and began to talk to myself… On this particular occasion, my thoughts turned to those people who cling to silly unfounded ideas…ideas that … Continue reading →

Posted on February 13, 2023 by Michael Patton | Leave a comment

caffeinated rebel welcomes the chrome-plated invaders

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Michael Patton

Do I use drugs?  Yeah—coffee. That’s the strongest thing I take these days.  But is it actually a drug?  Well, I want to think of it in those terms.  I feel I need at least one guilty pleasure… Otherwise, I’ll … Continue reading →

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nine thoughts that, at least, sound clever

Posted on September 5, 2022 by Michael Patton

From the new, improved edition of My War for Peace: Opening the eyes is a lifetime job. Art has improved my vision. I tried to shadow box and got knocked out. I hear people saying they want to see shows … Continue reading →

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