I present one idea each day limited to five lines. I often speak of beauty and love.

Read from one to another, from back to front, or flip a page open and read whatever thought you find.

I ponder on those things that are important to me, that are personal, that inspire me, and on art, music, and with poetry. I do not embed images or media as my primary purpose here is to express my ideas using language. My thoughts often evolve as I return and try to improve them.

I present this publication in two parts. The first Think This Today is a reverse journal that first appeared on the website of the same name where a single thought is presented for each day over a three year period. Reversing the order encourages me to think of time, my place, and action within it.

The second part and title of this publication With and Alone is a thematic presentation of the same thoughts that allow the reader to quickly locate and consider related ideas.

The way I read, the context I read, changes how I read and come to understand.

This work is free. You may save and distribute it, however this publication in part or whole may not be used for commercial gain.

I hope you find something of value.

Mike