The theme of the reminisces, observations, and opinions, as sought to be poetically expressed in these works, include no intended universal underlying topic but rather result from the author's attempt to achieve a catharsis of his frustration to, not having undertaken previously, original art. They overwhelmingly reflect the author's occasions of instant inspiration during, almost without exception, the wee hours of the night. The author touched upon, directly and indirectly, some of his life's experiences, indeed, but also many of his philosophical beliefs, cultural recognitions, and ruminations as to matters of life, love, professional endeavor, and common everyday occurrences and affiliations. The author intends no single purpose in the content of this work and felt free to ruminate, hold forth, and put his two bits in. From the content of the work can be gleaned not only many of the author's beliefs and philosophies but also his desire for all of us to live it well. Other than to hope for appreciation of the expressions in the substance of this work, the author aspires nothing more than tolerant consideration of those expressions herein.
