Sky Writing

A Good Way Toward Better

December 25, 2020 Joey Cope 0

This is my 66th Christmas Day. Although I can vaguely remember the details, long ago I had plans and goals for where I would be in life and how I would measure success. Dim memories. Today I find myself satisfied with being a good way toward better. My quick browse [read more]

Struggling with Art

An Eye for What Can Be

April 28, 2020 Joey Cope 4

My existence has been marked by short-lived aspirations. I think it’s because I have not always had an eye for what can be. One of the many little known facts about me is that I was an art minor in college. I started as a biology major with a chemistry [read more]

Choosing to Believe: Seeking a Connection

December 26, 2019 Joey Cope 4

Choosing what to believe can be one of the most painful of mortal exercises. Yet, struggling with that choice gives birth to divine connection and unmeasurable joy. A certain comfort exists when belief is inherited. The assurance of a parent, a trusted friend, or a cherished mentor goes a long [read more]

Time and action don't always work together.

It’s all about timing. It’s always time.

June 10, 2019 Joey Cope 0

You know the feeling. Your group of friends is in rapid, heavy conversation about the topic of the day. You have the perfect bit of wisdom to insert. And then the moment passes. It’s all about timing. And you missed it. You found yourself with a little extra cash. The [read more]