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April 21, 2005
Why Fix What Ain't Broken?
There are so many things that need to be fixed and imprved upon by progress. I will try my hardest to avoid listing them. But there are so many things that should be appreciated and not glossed over because of their seeming retro qualities. So many of our daily devices have been altered to save us a few seconds in our lives at the expense of the truly beautiful. From writing utensils to timepieces, the little thins make such a difference. Sure, it takes longer to fill and care for a fountain pen than it does a disposable Bic™®. But it's fun. And if you've never used a pen with a good nib, you're missing out big time. Go to the Fountain Pen Hospital or Levenger to learn more about these remarkable devices. Also, remember that these aren't your grandfather's dip pens. Fountain pens toda are leaps an bounds beyond their disposable contemporaries and their ancestors. i would be remiss if I did not mention that you really ought to get good paper as well. Nothing feels quite as good as a properly bound composition nootebook or journal. And I don't even use either but I love the tactile sensation of writing in both. The recent rise of Notabilia by Levenger and return of Moleskine makes this the perfect time to try out real paper and binding. If you read or write, you owe it to yourself to do it right. No pun intended. All these companies provide products and services that are amazing for the literary consumers you know.
I know you all keep time. It's kinda important these days. And as much as I love the simplicity of the old Shark and Timex watches, there's a whole other world out there. Swatch has done some amazing things with analog and digital watches. Digital has it's place, but there's a whole different joy in watching the hands click around a good chronograph.
What is progress if we leave behind all the best things we've developed. Newer does not equate to better. This applies to buildings too. Adaptive reuse is a term you all need to get used to. Viva la CHAD!
Posted by Daniel at April 21, 2005 04:06 AM
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