Wondered Bliss

This morning, I went for a walk. I try to do that whenever I can. Get outside. Spend some time in the sun. Maybe bring a notebook and write. It’s something I’ve done for years, and I’ve learned that how you begin your day can have a surprisingly large impact on how you experience the rest of it. When I came home, I took a shower and looked in the mirror. Without my glasses. My prescription is -5.75, so without them, I’m basically blind. I could see that there was a person sta

You’ve probably felt it—the weight of life’s challenges pressing down, the moments when addiction, heartbreak, or loss of faith cloud your path. It’s hard to find words that truly capture those raw feelings. That’s where poetry can step in, offering a voice to the silent struggles and a hand to hold through the darkness. Two collections, What Struggle Brings and The Melancholy Swells, do exactly that. They are filled with honest, heartfelt poems that speak directly to those m

Are you struggling to balance your creative passions with the demands of everyday life? You’re not alone. In this post, I’ll share insights and personal experiences on navigating the challenges of pursuing art while managing a day job. Understanding these struggles can help you find a way to harmonize your passions with your responsibilities. The Frustration of the Artistic Journey The journey of an artist is often fraught with frustration. Many creative individuals face the

Introduction Welcome back to Wondered Bliss . I’m Kevin Faulkner—an artist, poet, and someone who’s wrestled deeply with love, fear, and...