Depression and getting help
This article was linked by Macdrifter overnight and, as is often the case, Gabe has come up with gem. It's by Rob Delaney a US comedian, reflecting on his depression and the importance of getting help.
Getting to the root of the problem
Excellent writing as usual from Monbiot, pointing to the underlying causes of the unfolding Eco crisis.
Dividing camels
The traditional teaching stories of the Sufi's are often intriguing. One of my favourites is known as Dividing Camels.
Challenges of creating for the web
Hilarious comic at The Oatmeal, thanks to Better Mess for the link.
New Listening
I first heard Chris at the Blue Mountains Music Festival a few years ago, and I'm excited to see he is coming back again this year.
The Anarchists Tool Chest
The mere act of owing real tools and having the power to use them is a radical and rare idea that can help change the world around us and - if we are persistent - preserve the craft
Leaving Octopress
After some months of not posting due in part to the limitations of Octopress, I have changed buses again. The site is now being built with Rapidweaver and uses the Rapidblog plugin to synch with a blogger account.
Ceramics Destinations in Kyoto
The following are worth considering if you are in Kyoto and interested in Ceramics.
Mike dodd video
Mike Dodd makes beautiful ceramics. Goldmark have produced an uplifting video of Mike talking about his work and life.
The failure of international politics
Stirring writing 'After Rio, we know. Governments have given up on the planet' by George Monbiot in reaction to the collapse of the Rio Summit.