Author Archives: jackpelham

Most people are said to be “neurotypical”—meaning, more or less, that the way their minds work is “normal”. And then, in contrast to that, there are the “neurodiverse” people, who are “wired” differently in one way or another, we are … Continue reading →

Probably one of the hardest parts about being meIs what I see as the great abyss of silence in this worldAbout the things that Jack thinks are worthy of great amazementOr curiosityOr laughterOr sadnessOr remorseOr studyOr convictionOr praiseOr gratitudeOr actionOr … Continue reading →

Unlearned lessons will not fade away when slightedBut patiently present themselves again and againAttested to by the chorus of bitter experienceAnd ever patient to convince graciouslyThe fool who at first ignored them—Until at length he has gone so far As … Continue reading →

It is difficult to overstateJust how adamantly most peopleWant their religious and political beliefsTo be a set-it-and-forget-it affair.

Truth is often usefulEven to thoseWho neither loveNor understand her.

Wisdom is quotedFar more oftenThan she is loved,Or even understood.

Is there any unfinished businessThat does not exact a toll in time?

He butts inMaking his presence knownWhere it is not clear he hasAny clear title to be hereIntruding in my businessAnd insisting to be heardWith his voicings of moodsSometimes rapturous butSo often quite severe and sullenAnd lonely and darkAnd sometimes fully … Continue reading →