Communal Affection
To a Handsome Man
If you are my friend, stand up before meand scatter the grace that’s in your eyes.
- Sappho (630–570 BC) — Translated by Willis Barnstone
Morning Affections that Sustains — A planksip® Möbius
Communal Affection
Inspired by Sappho (630–570 BC)’s quote, “If you are my friend, stand up before meand scatter the grace that’s in your eyes.”. The titled responsion is “Communal Affection”. What follows is subject to revision, do you have any suggestions?
From the morning slush in your eyes to the smiling face disguise, grace is a virtue worthy of the act. Actions of communal affection sustain a community and a greater grace. Religiosity is optional!
Newton’s Birthday all the Year
Inspired by Charles Dickens (1812–1870)’s quote, “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.”. The titled responsion is…
The problem is keeping Christmas in your heart and not pulling out your wallet. Internal celebrations never require a purchase. Doing so equates giving with consumerism, consumption on the other hand, is keeps us happy.
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