Mythos & Marginalia

life notes; flaws and all

a daily breath

  • belligerent heat

    The city grows quiet in this oppressive heat. 

    People may well be off to cottage country where a nearby lake provides enough respite for sunburnt skin; more likely they stay inside.

    With the increasing temperatures of the last couple of days – and the forecast of more heat (and no rain) for the week ahead – air-conditioning is a welcome break for those who have it. Those without it simply suffer and hide away from this blazing sun.

    Heat warnings fill the airwaves, reminders to stay hydrated and to check in with neighbours. Outdoor events have been cancelled or postponed. It is safer to stay inside. Thoughts of climate change and where this planet is headed are frequent. We continue hearing news of belligerent heatwaves overseas but, locally, it hits home.

    Generally, I rave and rant about summer days. Yet, when it gets this hot, there is nothing more to say.

    © 2026 j.g. lewis

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  • overwhelming

    How can we understand the 
    human experience if we don’t 
    allow ourselves the time?

    We are all human; full of flaws 
    but always hopeful.

    The high-speed of this life 
    becomes overwhelming. We 
    miss out on what we don’t 
    feel and rarely see what is 
    meant to be.

    In time we may understand.

    © 2026 j.g. lewis

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  • Mondays are just young Fridays

    Invitation last night to dinner with a friend; a time to catch up on what has been going on and chat about what we were all looking forward to this summer and make possible plans for later dates.

    It was a comfortable, unrushed occasion sharing a wonderful home-cooked meal. Hospitality is always appreciated.

    We have known each other only as adults. At this stage of life, we are all grown up and discovering that growing older has a broader meaning. We are now at a stage we were unable to obtain in our younger days. Refreshing relationships, on a need-to-know basis, takes on a path not frequented before.

    The convivial conversation over dinner was full of news of families, friendships, and travels as parents and adults. There are so many commonalities. Perhaps now, more than ever, we are closer.

    The past is important, but life lives in the present state.

    Be thankful.

    Be grateful.

    © 2026 j.g. lewis

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  • move with purpose

    Where will today take you?
    Will you follow obligations,
    or blindly step into the day?
    Will you move with purpose
    or simply walk away?
    What’s holding you back?
    What is ahead?
    What do you fear?
    It takes a bit of strength to
    open a new door. It takes a lot 
    of courage to walk through it.
    The unknown is, in fact, an 
    entrance to so many adventures.
    Will you continue walking?

    © 2020 j.g. lewis

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