Something Very Small: 2014

22 December 2014

Listening to someone practicing sitar music.

Raquel is with Dad. Nigel is with the Corderos. Cleo is with WiFi and the pets in Davis.
Katy is with her family, smoking a blunt with Tony. She asked me to pray that she stays home until her court date on January 14th. I shall. I remember praying for her when her liver was failing; I prayed all night, I couldn't stop. I think, even if I fell asleep, I only fell half asleep and kept praying.

Mom is with Shelley. They are watching a movie. Mom is with her sister who might die soon; they are enjoying a movie together. It makes me so sad.

Ben just asked me if I want to come to Idaho. I'm stewing over logistics a little bit... but boy, do I.

I am thinking of magical Solstice this morning. Deshlee muk shlacooyo. Deshlee muk shlayayo..

He-he-he-he-he ungawah

And I'm going to dream of wine bottles. Oy, veigh!

14 December 2014

LOVE POEMS

I

Strong-willed street cred
I shall achieve.
Menacing archer of hate-arrows
Undo my work
Dash my prospects,
But.
Floating in clouds?
Or underground?
Or reserved in my heart?
: The power supply
Of true love
The bud of an ancient fruit;
Gleaming
Vulnerable to frost
Sparkling in the sun
Torn from the branch of my soul

II

My love does not shy away
It does not cower, does not flee
My love has arrows in its skin
It has brick-and-mortar veins
And steel lungs
It has a limp, but it can run
And running, shed
Old skin

III

Silent alarm
still wakes me
Not listening
cannot absolve
me from responsibility
I learned that a long time ago
Try tearing the
sad
small
details
from my
strong
swift
life.

IV

Cold, grainy hands
Oatmeal complexion
Grubby tendrils of snot
Living breeches decency
Vanity is a mist
Surrounding the beating heart
Excretion is life
itself

V

superior inferior
leading follows
cowering boldly
stunted growing
I live and breathe oxymorons
Into a tapestry of efficiency
A dappled banister
You can't wrap your arms around
You can watch rapidly shape-shift
Looking like you
Hungry creature, you
Blind as the skin on your eyes
Yet all-knowing
Dead as the hair from your head
Yet all-feeling
superior inferior
leading follows
cowering boldly
stunted growing
I live and breathe oxymorons.

05 September 2014

Fuck

Most of my creative effort goes toward living a functional, middle-class life--given a scattered, paltry legacy.

04 January 2014

Today's horoscopes----all true.

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Your Extended Forecast

Charm City

Sun Trine Jupiter

Jan 03, 2014 to Jan 04, 2014

On a scale of one to 10, your charm will top out at 99 -- somewhere between lethal and devastating, that is. There's nothing you can't have, but do be careful not to aim this potent magic at anything -- or anyone -- you really don't want to conquer. Overzealous fans can be so tiring!
Love

Jupiter Quincunx Sun

Dec 29, 2013 to Jan 13, 2014

You're tickled, delighted and amazed at your good taste. But leaving out a few choice details wouldn't hurt -- especially if you want to keep this intact. And you do.
Energy

Mars Semisextile Jupiter

Jan 04, 2014 to Jan 08, 2014

Having your feelings isn't an emotional indulgence. It's something that is necessary for your mental and physical health. If you need to, take time off -- and no major decisions.
Career

Pluto Square Mc

Dec 08, 2013 to Feb 06, 2014

A relationship issue could be problematic -- in fact, it may even drive a wedge between you and your life's goal. Choose sides carefully.

Your Daily Forecast by Kim Rogers-Gallagher

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You may receive some kind of windfall today, Sagittarius. It may be that a rich old relative dies and leaves you some unexpected cash. Or perhaps an investment is paying off better than you dared hope. This is just what you need to perk up your spirits! Be smart about how you handle this money. Our suggestion is that you eschew short-term gratification in favor of long-term security. You'll thank us in a few years' time.

You have a clear sense of the future now and know exactly what you need to do to be successful. However, circumstances grow complicated if you run into an unexpected obstacle in your path. Managing the situation may not be an easy task, yet it's crucial to give it your best shot. Don't go for the quick fix today; instead, set your intentions on finding a lasting solution that works for everyone involved. Keep your chin up and your eyes on the horizon as you push to achieve your goals.

Today's Sagittarius Horoscope from Cafe Astrology

January 4, 2014

There is a strong emphasis on your personal life today, although not a lot of clarity. The need for extra reassurance and security figures strongly now, so much so that you might be opening yourself up to believing something that is unrealistic or simply untrue. While there is no need to be paranoid right now, do watch for hidden agendas today, as the tendency for people to skirt the truth is strong. As well, don't set yourself up for disappointment by setting too high expectations.

An encounter or experience could deeply move you today. Even a show you watch on TV could affect you in a big way. You're especially emotional, which could include melancholy. Don't resist the tide of feeling that washes through you. That would be like trying to resist the pull of the ocean itself! An honest acceptance of your true emotions can lead you toward greater self-understanding, and that's a journey you'll surely embrace.
Bigger actually does seem better today, but the danger is that your current optimism might inflate a balloon well past the danger point of popping. Even if you believe you know when to stop, you still may realize that you've pushed it just one breath too far. Of course, once the balloon pops, you can't put any air in it at all. It's best to operate with a touch of caution sooner than to be sorry later.
Talking yourself down from a tree is virtually impossible, Sagittarius, but thank goodness you have a strong support network around you. Saturday’s moon-Neptune meetup could send you down an emotional rabbit hole. Feelings you tried to talk yourself out of in the name of being “positive” bubble up to be dealt with. One caveat: the raw, first cut at these DO contain truth but they’ll also be rather exaggerated. Call an emergency brunch with your Sex And The City posse and let them bring you back down to earth. After that, it will be easier to figure out next steps. On Sunday, do some financial planning with an eye towards austerity. Some belt-tightening is in order to get yourself back on solid ground. While you may have to delay a larger purchase, this is also motivation to ramp up your earnings. Is it time to raise your rate, Archer, or sign up for some training that can put an extra zero on your salary? Fill out paperwork and tie up loose ends. If you need to work out a payment plan, it’s better than ignoring a bill.

What about...

The tea leaf reader at last year's holiday tea predicted I would meet a boy. "Don't let him distract you from your work, it's very important." she said. I wondered who she meant, half believed and half didn't. But it was possible.

This was my crite sheet for Sculpture, my only class:

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Course: Sculpture II -- Professor: Ganzglass, Marc --

Student: Margaux Robles

Final grade: C

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Mid-term Comment:

From the first day Margaux has been a vital member of the class, not just contributing to discussions and work

in the studio but actively adding to the direction the class itself is taking. She is a great observer and

seeks out experiences and unexpected opportunities within each assignment. Margaux is highly motivated and

will really benefit from engaging in in-depth and expansive projects.

--Mid-term Grade A-

--Mid-term Absences: 0

Final Comment:

Margaux began the semester strong but then seemed to let off the gas mid-semester. She had interesting ideas

for projects but then either compromised them or scaled them back too much. She still contributed in class

conversations and studio work but the disparity between her engagement there and the work she did on her own

time was palpable. Her positive energy was noticeably absent from the final critique.

--Final Grade C

--Final Absences: n/a

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I started hanging out with Ben in mid-November, spending most days with him until the last day of class. I worked on my owl until after it was due. I did not even put the finishing touches when Ben drove me to the train station to leave town.

This is actually happening. Should I stop it? Can I stop it? How? I am currently rather tipsy, and trying to get a simple thought on paper, but it sounds like a genuine worry. It isn't.