"Perhaps, I fear, this decision deprives society of one great programmer in favor of one mediocre writer. And let’s not hide behind the cloak of uncertainty, let’s say we know that it does. Even so, I would make it. The writing is too important, the programming too unenjoyable.
And for that, I apologize."
Although I don't know much at all about Aaron Swartz -- only becoming aware of him as a result of his suicide -- I am moved by his writing.
(The above gouache on paper is a work in progress by am. I am wondering why I find it so hard to sustain a painting and drawing practice, even though painting and drawing are things I am good at. At this time in my life, I would rather write something on this blog or answer email or read a book or take a long walk or practice yoga or get together with friends most mornings at 7:30 a.m. for a breakfast of sorts. It's not that painting and drawing are unenjoyable, though. It's something else that hinders me. What could it be?)
"So let us go forward, quietly, each on his own path, forever making for the light."
(Vincent van Gogh)
"So let us go forward, quietly, each on his own path, forever making for the light."
(Vincent van Gogh)
