Two acquaintances at a long-ago party had recognized an obscure literary reference in an out-of-print book by a long-dead author:
Dolce far niente: ‘Sweet doing nothing’
It’s rewarding to know this little blog is building momentum. I’ve received several messages of encouragement, including this missive from PJ:
Good job! Nice writing too. Chuck in some characters and you’re made.
Sitting down to write on the deck of this gently rolling boat, shortly after dawn, the mind settles into easy contemplation.