Pith and Perspicacity

Appreciation of wise words and lyrical grace.

November 21st

If I had an orchard, I’d work till I’m sore.

- “Helplessness Blues” Fleet Foxes

October 21st

Well, It doesn’t take a miracle
Or a natural disaster
To live in the world that you’re after.

- “Miracle” Michael Tolcher

August 24th

Make friends with what you are.

- “Age of Worry” John Mayer

May 15th

Someday I’ll be big enough so you can’t hit me.

- “Mean” Taylor Swift

May 3rd

It’s love that leaves and breaks the seal
Of always thinking you would be
Real, happy, and healthy, strong and calm
Where does the good go?

- “Where Does the Good Go” Tegan and Sara

April 26th

Here comes a feeling you thought you’d forgotten.

- “Horchata” Vampire Weekend

April 14th

Fact is only what you believe.

- “It’s All Understood” Jack Johnson

April 13th

Now his life is full of wonder
But his heart still knows some fear
Of the simple things he can not comprehend.

- “Rocky Mountain High” John Denver



April 12th

The heart is a stone and this is a stone that we throw.

- “10 Mile Stereo” Beach House

April 11th

Been talkin’ ‘bout the way things change.

- “Rivers and Roads” The Head and the Heart