Andy Ihnatko on a great scene from one of my favorite movies, The Hustler. A reminder to take a walk, wash your face, have a snack, or do whatever’s needed to get your head straight and don’t beat yourself.

By refusing to lie to yourself, by not telling yourself a fable to make the decision easier, you’ll understand quite clearly when you’re winging it.

Kevin Kelley, reflecting on art and making a tacky wreath made out of cheap toys with his kid:

It made us giggle at times. The thing is completely useless. But it evoked something vague when we hung it outside my studio door. It’s pleasing in a strange way. Looks like art to me.

I love reading Kevin Kelley’s posts for his seemingly endless supply of genuine curiosity.