Pop that top and sit back…

“What I want is to open up. I want to know what’s inside me. I want everybody to open up. I’m like an imbecile with a can opener in his hand, wondering where to begin—to open up the earth. I know that underneath the mess everything is marvelous. I’m sure of it.” ~ Henry Miller, Sexus

This laureate had a way with words, likely because he had the courage to explore his uninhibited self and accept the disarray that flowed forth. Scandalizing, awakening, or dumbfounding, pry off your cap and see what shines!

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Editor: Rachel Nussbaum

Photo: Patty Anne