Growing Trees
How do we find the patience to tend to a future we may never see blossom?
Peter Gilderdale
Peter is a writer, calligrapher, and retired design educator. His research spans Ancient Egyptian art, 17th Century Dutch Calligraphy, Edwardian postcards, and the history of Christmas cards.
48 posts
Theory and Practice
Teaching is often much easier in theory.
One step forward, twelve back
With each lesson comes a dozen more questions lurking just below the surface.
Becoming Centred
Before we can meet in the middle, we'll need to agree on where that is.
Our Seven Worst Weaknesses
Sometimes a change in perspective is all that stands between our worst weaknesses and our greatest gifts.
Oblivious Oligarchs
Who can we trust to build a brighter future for us all?
Of Comfort and Disquiet
As disturbing as tales of monsters can be, perhaps they protect us from more troubling truths.
Articles of Faith
Untangling what we know from what we take for granted can be a frightening challenge, but deepening our relationship to the truth may be worth the discomfort.
A little bit of Pollyanna
How deep are we willing to dig to find the good in people?