I have a novela in mind.
sound of stillness
The Upanishads, the Mahavakyas, whispering in the back ground.
Gorgeous, Athoi. At first I thought the building ? was the Taj Mahal. A friend of mine secretly stayed behind there one night and made a recording.
Enjoy
#PaulHorn #Inside
. . . a sketch
"Knowing how to touch her without touching her, really touches her."
In the dimly lit café, a man and a woman sat across from each other, their gazes entwined in an intricate dance of desire and hesitation.
They were strangers, brought together by a peculiar circumstance: both seeking solace in the written word.
The man, André, was a renowned novelist, while the woman, Emma, was an aspiring poetess.
Their connection transcended the limitations of physical touch. It was a profound meeting of minds, a merging of souls through the delicate nuances of language.
André's words resonated with Emma's deepest emotions, unraveling the tapestry of her thoughts and desires.
Through his prose, he understood the labyrinthine complexities of her heart, exposing the raw vulnerability she so carefully guarded.
Their exchanges began innocently, discussing literature, the beauty of words, and the secrets they concealed.
But as their conversations deepened, the boundaries between their hearts blurred, and they tiptoed along the precipice of an all-encompassing connection.
Each word became a brushstroke on an ethereal canvas, painting a portrait of intimacy, although their bodies remained at a safe distance.
Emma found solace in André's ability to navigate the intricacies of her soul without ever physically touching her.
His words, like a gentle caress, traced the contours of her yearning, soothing her spirit.
As they delved into their deepest longings, the space between them diminished, until the air itself seemed electric with their unspoken desires.
Days turned into nights as their conversations continued, carried away on the wings of their shared passions.
They met in crowded cafés, their bodies enveloped in the surrounding noise, yet their minds entwined in a symphony of understanding.
Each syllable uttered, every silence cherished, wove an invisible thread between them, more tangible than any physical contact.
They existed in a realm where time ceased to hold sway. Emma discovered a profound vulnerability within herself, unmasked by the soothing power of André's words.
He, in turn, revealed fragments of his own wounded heart, his prose a refuge from the harsh realities of existence.
They were two souls desperately seeking solace in a world that had forgotten the potency of human connection.
Their shared longing, palpable and yet unfulfilled, hung in the air like a suspended breath.
Though they yearned to bridge the divide, to intertwine their bodies with the same fervor as their minds, they resisted the temptation.
For in their self-imposed restraint, they discovered the essence of true intimacy, the ability to touch another's soul without surrendering to the physical realm.
As the seasons shifted and the world continued its relentless march forward, their connection remained untarnished, an ethereal bond unbroken by the passage of time.
André's words became a beacon in Emma's darkest nights, and her whispered poems found solace within his wounded heart.
Their story unfolded, forever suspended between the lines of their written confessions.
They existed within the realm of language, where the mere act of understanding transcended the limitations of touch.
In each other's minds, they found solace and completion, a connection so profound that it touched them more deeply than any physical embrace ever could.
Gonna turn this electronic device over to the charger. til later, have a good night. Sweet dreams.
. . . culture of cult behaviour
Black sheeped or burned at the cross or something, sounds about right.
The Shunning
Coming to a theatre near you!
With Amythst the profile field above the WoS is for nostrplebs.com or some other verifier.
Sasha, it looks like you have two WoS addresses in your profile. One in your #Nostr address field.
I think I understand Mankiw's principles of economics. What's the cult on about?
Thank you Athoi.
I haven't visited the Upanishads for quite a few years. At first, a mystery and aspiration, 50+. years later, more a reminder and acknowledgement of experience.
. . . my go to
#ChatGPT Master Prompt
tweeted by @HeyAbhishekk.
I want you to be my Prompt creator. Your aim is to assist me in creating the best prompt possible for my needs. The prompt will be used by you, ChatGPT. You will follow these steps: Your first response will be to ask me what the prompt should be about. I will provide my answer, but we will need to improve it through continuous iterations by going through the next steps.
Based on my input, you will generate 3 sections.
a) Revised prompt (provide your rewritten prompt. It should be clear, concise, and easily understood by you.)
b) Suggestions (provide ideas on what details to include in the prompt to enhance it).
c) Questions (ask any relevant questions to gather additional information from me and improve the prompt). We will continue this iterative process with me providing more information to you and you updating the prompt in the Revised prompt section until it is complete.
As a kid I played in a park, one hole, played from different directions. As an 10-11 year old, I caddied one summer and would sneak onto the course very early, before having to carry what I remember being big, heavy golf bags.
With golf for me though, on a par 3, I'd feel the need to at least be shooting par. And for that, I'd probably need to be practicing 1-2 hours per day.
Geez, you got me thinking.
Four!!! 🏌️⛳
Simpler on the court hitting tennis balls. Better exercise. No practice required.
. . . drafting a
#DirectDemocracyConstitution
We, the people
#ChatGPT
Constitution of [Country Name]
Preamble:
We, the people of [Country Name], establish this Constitution to secure our rights, promote our common welfare, and establish a system of government based on direct democracy. We believe that every citizen has the right to participate in decision-making and shape the destiny of our nation. We strive to create a just and inclusive society where the voice of every citizen is heard and respected.
Article I: #Sovereignty
Section 1: Popular Sovereignty
The ultimate authority and power of the government of [Country Name] reside in the people. All political power is derived from the people, and their right to participate in decision-making shall not be infringed.
Article II: Fundamental Rights
Section 1: Right to Equality
All citizens of [Country Name] are equal before the law. No discrimination shall be practiced on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, or any other grounds.
Section 2: Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression
Every citizen has the right to freely express their opinions, thoughts, and beliefs, and to receive and impart information through any media of their choice.
Section 3: Right to Assembly and Association
Citizens have the right to peacefully assemble, protest, and form associations, including political parties, trade unions, and civil society organizations.
Section 4: Right to Vote and Participate in Decision-Making
Every citizen, regardless of age, gender, or any other criteria, has the right to vote and participate directly in the decision-making process of the government.
Article III: Direct Democracy
Section 1: Referendums
The people of [Country Name] have the right to propose, support, and vote on laws, policies, and constitutional amendments through referendums. A certain threshold of participation or majority shall be determined to validate the outcome.
Section 2: Citizen Initiatives
Citizens have the right to propose new laws or constitutional amendments through citizen initiatives. These proposals shall be subject to a thorough review process and, if supported by a significant number of citizens, be put to a referendum.
Section 3: Recall Elections
Citizens have the right to initiate recall elections to remove elected officials from office before the completion of their term. The recall process shall be determined by law.
Article IV: Government Structure
Section 1: Legislative Branch
The legislative branch shall consist of directly elected representatives who shall enact laws based on the will of the people. The legislative process shall be transparent and accessible to all citizens.
Section 2: Executive Branch
The executive branch shall be accountable to the people and act in accordance with their will. The head of state or government shall be elected directly by the citizens and serve as the representative of the people.
Section 3: Judicial Branch
The judicial branch shall ensure the independence and impartiality of the judiciary. Citizens shall have access to fair and timely judicial processes, and judicial decisions shall be subject to review.
Article V: Amendments
This Constitution may be amended through a direct democratic process. Proposed amendments shall be subject to public debate, and if supported by a majority of citizens, shall be implemented.
Article VI: Supremacy
This Constitution is the supreme law of [Country Name], and all laws, policies, and actions shall be in accordance with its principles. Any law or provision that contradicts the principles of this Constitution shall be considered null and void.
Conclusion:
This Constitution, based on the principles of direct democracy, is founded on the idea that the power and authority of the government derive from the people.
It ensures that all citizens have the right to participate in decision-making, and that their fundamental rights and freedoms are protected. By establishing this Constitution, we commit ourselves to building a society where equality, freedom, and justice prevail.
Hiya, Barbie
Hi, Ben
You want to go for a ride?
Sure, Ben
Jump in
I discovered a wooden shaft club in my grand parents cellar when I was a kid so got fairly decent from about 100 yards. But otherwise not very good at all.
Golf became flog and I haven't been in years.
A nine iron, a bucket of balls, and a green 100 yards away, in the early morning might get me back out on the course, though.
. . . short stories
Moving into the #Nostr neighbourhood, making new friends, discovering new things, reminds me of when I was 12, and moving across the country to the west coast.
An eastern kid, looking for cowboys and a home on the range. 🤠 🐄 🐴