Posted by Brad Osborne on April 20, 2023 · 13 Comments
A great Zen Master traveled with his disciple to the small village that sat in the foot hills below their temple. The student was excited about their visit to the village, as leaving the temple was a rare treat and he longed for this quiet time walking with his Teacher. He was a devoted student and … Continue reading →
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Posted by Brad Osborne on January 19, 2023 · 6 Comments
You are a mystery,
Shrouded in elegance,
An unsung love song…
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Posted by Brad Osborne on March 14, 2022 · 19 Comments
I threw a dictionary onto potter’s wheel,
And watched as the words turned…
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Posted by Brad Osborne on February 21, 2022 · 19 Comments
You are a mystery,
Shrouded in elegance,
An unsung love song…
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Posted by Brad Osborne on February 20, 2022 · 22 Comments
So, money in hand, I set off to fulfill my long-held dream.
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Posted by Brad Osborne on September 26, 2021 · 15 Comments
Spillwords.com presents: Painter’s Symphony, a poem by Brad Osborne.
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Posted by Brad Osborne on September 5, 2021 · 11 Comments
~~~ A great Zen Master traveled with his disciple to the small village that sat in the foot hills below their temple. The student was excited about their visit to the village, as leaving the temple was a rare treat and he longed for this quiet time walking with his Teacher. He was a devoted student … Continue reading →
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Posted by Brad Osborne on March 10, 2021 · 11 Comments
You are a mystery,
Shrouded in elegance,
An unsung love song…
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Posted by Brad Osborne on December 5, 2020 · 20 Comments
The canvas we own,
Painted by artisan’s hand,
That cannot be bought or sold…
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Posted by Brad Osborne on September 28, 2020 · 14 Comments
Steel glows a cherried red glare,
Smith tosses sparks blow freed…
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