Nothing to Lose

"Because almost everything — all external expectations, all pride, all fear of embarrassment or failure — these things just fall away in the face of death, leaving only what is truly important. Remembering that you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose." Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs' last words were, "Oh wow. Oh wow. Oh wow." You have to wonder what he saw.

Life on Earth

Tiny tendrils curl and wind
Shoots of love
Play hard to find
Caught between predestined cracks
Flirtatious altruistic black

Light on shadow so doth lean
Dark as night against coy green
Angelic trees embrace the soul
Each twig a branch yet to unfold

Phthalo floral meadows sprout
Whispering what it's all about
Naples yellow in between
A liquid bejeweled illusory dream

Prose Andrea Hanson Kelley. Image "Tree Of Life" Gustav Klimt

Happy Birthday Granny

My beloved Grandmother was one of the most influential people in my life. She had style and grace to beat the band, a kind generous nature, and an even, unpretentious, grounded personality. She was brilliantly self educated, devouring more books in her lifetime than anyone else I know. She was an amazing cook, had a gifted green thumb, and was devoted to those she loved. I miss her terribly and think about her most every day. She lives on in my thoughts, through that which I value, and in how I parent my son. I love you Granny! You were my best friend. Via con dios!

Thouroughly Modern Millie

My beautiful hip Grandmother and her two sweet kids. Love and think of you always. Thanks for passing your gifts on to me.