Spo-Reflections has no ‘point’; there is no goal to speak of. Nevertheless it was started for my desire for self-expression through composition. From time to time I recall this original notion and I try to sit down with the intent to write something exquisite. It is precisely at these times when my mind goes completely blank. There I am in my own little purlieu, hot cup of tea at my side, only to stare at the screen with no more thought than what to have for lunch. The Muses prefer a subtle delivery or a quick goose when I am either unprepared or inconvenienced.
Once in awhile I get a numinous thought that comes close to solving the Riddles of Life but these usually happen when I am asleep and by the time I wake I can’t remember a thing.
This week there isn’t much to ponder. My thoughts are concrete and sensible: getting back on my diet, what to do with the old furniture (now that the new ones arrived), do we have any clean handkerchiefs. That sort of thing.
People at work ask me if I am excited about Hawaii. The answer is I am not. Although it is only a few days away, it feels no more real than a trip to the moon. After all, I am going to be in conferences for most of the time. Perhaps I will get excited when I start to pack.
On the positive, I will have plenty of time to read books and catch up on my puzzle games (for it is a very long flight).
Perhaps I will think of something exquisite or numinous to write – with a hot cup of Kona coffee at my side.
Spo-Reflections 
19 comments
May 10, 2011 at 1:10 AM
Nik_thegreek
The Muses can be unpredictable like that…. They come when not expected.
May 10, 2011 at 1:59 AM
Rob
Aloha! I live Kauai and stopped by to create excitement for your trip. Hope you have some time to enjoy Honolulu between meetings. The 22nd Annual Rainbow Film Festival is this weekend (there’s an outside chance I may island hop to attend). A good website for things happening is Honolulu Weekly. If you need ideas of what to see just let me know. Best Wishes, Rob
May 10, 2011 at 2:17 AM
Sean
Sometimes, so do I….
May 10, 2011 at 3:24 AM
Ultra Dave
I have days like that, many in fact. I figure the idea needs to ferment a while longer before it’s ready. Hope you have a great trip! Be safe!
May 10, 2011 at 4:34 AM
Aunt Barb
I remember your cousin, Beth, when we came to college visits in her junior year. Her young voice said, “Oh boy, I get to eat airplane food!”
Times changed, and there is no longer that lovely tray of lunch, but I always greet a travel adventure with that little voice ringing………..and a mental photo of Speckles about anything in life: “OH BOY, OH BOY, oh boy”
Each day brings the opportunity for our excitement about the mundane or the tribulation: it can be with tail wagging and happiness at the opportunity to find a new spot to pee upon (puppies) or for us a chance to see the sun and moon from another vantage on the big, blue marble, or at least, people watch on our stumble through life.
May 10, 2011 at 4:48 AM
Kris
Did you get the option to stay a day or two extra in Hawaii so you can actually see and do things other than work? The few times I travelled for work, I did that so I can explore a bit. But hope you get to have din with your nephew though 😀
May 10, 2011 at 6:22 AM
A. Lewis
Isn’t it funny how the human mind can have a thousand thoughts at once…and yet none worthy of a single entire blog post. And the next day could be completely different…..
May 10, 2011 at 6:37 AM
Rick/CJ
I rarely get excited about a trip till I’m there. However, I can see that it would be advantageous to plan everything ahead.
May 10, 2011 at 8:13 AM
Raybob
The numinous thoughts happen to me when I’m giving massage, relaxed and in a meditative state, but far away from any note-taking equipment 🙂 Such beautiful thoughts are usually gone by the end of the session, but they are enjoyable while they flit through my air-head.
May 10, 2011 at 9:06 AM
Urspo
what a lovely experience that must be; I am enviable. Ironically, when I am getting a massage I end up having no thoughts (if it is going right). And, I can feel whether or not the masseur is ‘not in the room’ but thinking about something.
M
May 10, 2011 at 8:14 AM
Greg
Lately, I find myself forcing a blog post out and usually dislike it. I’d much rather read or watch cheesy sci-fi films on SyFy. But, I’m plugging away. Perhaps this trip to the Islands will at least give you some free time to roam around, sampling the pineapple, the chocolate covered macadamia nuts, the surfing studs. Now THAT would make for an interesting post.
May 10, 2011 at 8:18 AM
Tiger Chanter
I’m the same way. I think of a great idea for a post, and then when I go to write it, the words just won’t come! 😦
May 10, 2011 at 4:38 PM
the cajun
When you try too hard, it ain’t gonna happen. Just let it come when it wants to come and let it flow. Try doing something grand and it will never live up to your expectations, or anyone else’s.
May 10, 2011 at 6:00 PM
Rob
Aloha! My partner and I live Kauai and we’ll be working in Honolulu through late Monday. I’m sure you’ll be busy but if it works to have a coffee/tea break, just let us know. It would be nice meeting you! Best Regards, Rob and Jeff
May 10, 2011 at 9:34 PM
Urspo
Thankyou for stopping by my blog! I would enjoy meeting you two if you are in Honolulu this weekend !
Michael Rockwell
May 10, 2011 at 9:55 PM
Rob
Sounds great, Michael. I’ve been reading Spo Reflections a long time and would enjoy meeting you if it works out with scheduling. We’re staying close to the convention center. I can send you my contact info if you email me: molokaisurfer(at)gmail(dot)com. Aloha, Rob
May 10, 2011 at 6:59 PM
jason
“numinous”….gotta use that one sometime.
🙂
May 12, 2011 at 2:43 AM
Ron
We think alike Dr. Spo. Perhaps that is the reason I feel so comfortable with you. I too began my blog as a way of self expression. Sometimes I too am faced with the dilemma of a blank mind when I sit in front of my 27 inch iMac computer monitor (and here I thought a bigger monitor would trigger more original and unique output from my brain). Alas, it was not to be. Some of my best thoughts come whilst I slumber. Of course those thoughts and ideas have vanished after I awake. The only memory I have is that it was damn good and I should have woke up immediately and written the answer down on my bedside pad to the Riddle of Life (I like your term).
However, I enjoy anything your write. I think it is because of your inherent kindness and goodness. You are a rarity my friend, a truly Nice Guy.
October 23, 2016 at 5:27 AM
mitchellismoving
Oooooh, Kona coffee! I was in Maui in 1986 and haven’t been back since. And I can’t imagine I’ll ever get back now. So far from Spain and so many other places to go. But I loved it there; of course, I wasn’t working. I know this won’t excite you but I’m salivating at the thought of chocolate-covered macadamia nuts!