Author Archives: German Jones

The first time I ever stopped to look at a Playboy Magazine was my sophomore year in college. I’m sure I had flipped through a couple before that time, but never with any interest and usually with a mild disgust. … Continue reading →

And so it begins. Six pages to introduce and frame a book. I spent them attentive to the beautiful details, like this: “The pores of his face are prickling. Emptying his mind–a Commando trick–he steps into the wet heat of … Continue reading →

We felt so differently then So similar over the years The way we laugh the way we experience pain So many memories But there’s nothing left to gain from remembering Faces and worlds that no one else will ever know

You think you’re not worthy? I’d have to say I agree. I am all for growth. I applaud your focus, and your resolve. However, I must also deny you your self-rightousness. And your academic obscurity. Both are rather unbecoming. And … Continue reading →

The doorbell just rang. It was a man, we’ll call him Henry, who was going door to door telling people about his christian belief system and inviting me to reserve my place in heaven. Henry was acting as a representative … Continue reading →

Tony dreams. Often. Sometimes I am sure he fabricates them or at least adds a little enhancement, but other times it is just too fantastic not to believe. When he was really young there was the witch nightmare. Perhaps influenced … Continue reading →

If one does not hesitate in the things she likes, is she a hedonist? She may show discrimination in her tastes, but she doesn’t discriminate against any of her tastes. And some may be “common”, while others are “elite.” But, … Continue reading →

Literally, I should go to bed at 10pm, but I’m being naughty… This is going to take some serious getting used to, this working life, that is. I’m sure I can really get used to it when I’m hanging out … Continue reading →

so, i just re-read my latest blog posting and wanted to remind myself of its genesis. it actually began with this photograph of primary colors and natural beauty. the title, apt as always, reminded me of hedwig’s musical prodigy “Tommy … Continue reading →

“What is the significance of water? At what point do we simply stop drinking and dive in? How much of our life have we been immersed?” Welcome back, Tony. Full of prophetic nonsense and questions. He’s been on “sabbatical” somewhere … Continue reading →