​Almost every day I create a new piece of abstract art.  To my surprise, what I'm learning is to let go all those pesky little mental messages that would have me be more "rational".

The older I get the more I feel this urge to simplify my life. I want to throw things out, give them away, press the delete button.
Even with my friendships, some of them I would prefer to walk away from rather than kid myself they are worthwhile.
The older I get the more aware I become of life slipping through my fingers. I treasure every moment. Every encounter is precious.
This is the hard part. To be absolutely true to myself and yet not be offensive. People are so easily offended these days. The challenge is to be honest and kind at the same time.