http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/ Learning to be aware, Love and live fully through daily experiences en-us 2012-03-22T17:13:10-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/347068.html Many people don't understand what food justice is. Several conservatives I've talked to don't think there is a food justice problem, just like they don't think it's a problem if there is a huge and rising gap between poor and... Attitude carl1236 2012-03-22T17:13:10-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/342361.html The heart of an Explorer I've been studying viking-age history in preparation for participating in a viking-age reenactment camp at the end of June. I have patterns for and plan to make my own period-authentic clothes, shoes, tent, bedding, weapons,... Bicycles carl1236 2012-03-02T09:59:56-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/337870.html Today I started reading a nice set of two books on Swedish history. The author sums up the philosophy behind history re-enactment, or at least how I view this new project of mine: "The past only exists by virtue of... carl1236 2012-02-10T01:54:18-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/337617.html After much reading, I'm amazed at how much I did not know about Germanic people and their place in history. One very interesting and informative item I found in my research is this wonderful Ph.D. Thesis. This is a good... carl1236 2012-02-08T14:15:59-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/337240.html No, not a MN Football player, but a MN-born, Viking re-enactor. On June 22 and 23, 2012 I will be participating in a viking camp at the huge "Scandinavian Hjemkomst Festival / Midwest Viking Festival" in Moorhead, MN: http://www.nordiccultureclubs.org/ So... carl1236 2012-02-06T13:53:38-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/277111.html I looked out my window and saw skies of gray and heard that the forecast had called for deep snow. Through rose-colored windows, I saw the spring day when I could see enough to feel more than told.... carl1236 2011-02-22T18:34:21-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/275742.html How can I, see her when, Tears well up, In my eyes? Spring is like, Saltwater, I hate it, Spring goodbye.... carl1236 2011-02-15T01:47:37-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/275740.html So don't you want to know, I'm over you the snow! I will believe in Spring, if only wish were true, I'd wish for you to sing, and never were you blue.... carl1236 2011-02-15T00:58:44-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/275737.html Goodbye Snow; We'll make a man out of you next year again. Seasons end; When leaves are falling, I'll remember you then!... Art carl1236 2011-02-15T00:55:11-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/275239.html This is an interesting question I pulled from my "Journal in a Jar" this morning. The short answer is yes. Of course I question all of my views on life so I naturally expand this question to include humanity. I... Attitude carl1236 2011-02-11T12:19:26-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/271508.html I want to understand the learning process. I want to understand what I have to learn. This is much more than a lesson in learning technique or skill. Learning a new art form is like learning to breathe again. Or... carl1236 2011-01-29T21:36:52-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/264803.html On multiple occasions, more often than not, I will be doing an art project and something will go wrong. For instance, when I was woodcarving a small object I accidentally pressed too hard with the knife and cut a... Art carl1236 2010-12-18T22:42:28-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/260650.html This morning there is an interesting occurrence in my life. I was at the thrift store the other day browsing through the bargain bin for interesting books. I found a self-published book of poems by a woman named Sophie.... carl1236 2010-11-18T08:41:46-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/243013.html I don't think it's ever been a secret. I believe that health and longevity first starts with a healthy state of mind. Mental agitation, worry and stress ripple outward and create negative effects in our body. So a positive, peaceful... Attitude carl1236 2010-07-15T06:52:19-06:00 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/carl1236/dailyspirit/233727.html I am riding to help people. Helping people is a huge part of who I am. Anyone who really knows who I am, has seen parts of my dedication and willingness to give up my entire life for other people.... carl1236 2010-05-05T07:22:41-06:00