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beauty
March 2008 
100 Lakes
Richard
Nessmuk hated pothunters. Pothunters are guys who hunt for trophies, killing animals indiscriminately to satisfy their need for power over other living things - essentially using hunting to build their ego. As an artist, how do I stay honest about my own tendency in this direction?
While I no longer hunt with a gun, I still hunt. Hunting is deep in my genetic codes, as is violence, greed, and a strong survival instinct. When I chant along with Zaadsters , "love, joy, peace and beads" I have this sensation like cold water running down my spine. How do I transcend and include the dark hunting meme?
I hunt now with a camera and a pen and an audio recorder. I capture beauty and bring it home to show people. Pothunter? Maybe, in a way. At least the danger is there.
I have started a new writing project in which I will be visiting 100 lakes on Vancouver Island and writing about my experiences. I hope that I can accomplish this without damaging my soul, without becoming a pothunter.
You can view my progress here: http://www.stillinthestream.com/files/100lakes.html
Let me know if you see my ego swelling. Feel free to apply a cold compress.
Thanks,
Richard
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Mr. Richard,
I do not believe your ego is in danger of swelling. I believe you are finding a way to be deeply honest. I am looking forward to your trip to 100 lakes, what a treat. I will go vicariously with you as one of your readers and perhaps, follow your footsteps later. May all that you are be fed, inspired, and may the parts you see as different be integrated into a perfect whole that is you.
Hey Kiriel,
Thanks for the blessing and vote of confidence. It means a lot to me to know someone kind will be reading.