Paul Kilmon: A Life Illustrated in Words & Photos

Welcome!

Through my writing, photography, career, and personal challenges, you will discover I am just like you, a person on a journey. My goals are simple, to be healthy and happy. You will learn I have many interests. The driving force for all I do is communication, the sharing of ideas and my passion for laughter. It really is the best medicine and a great stress reducer.

I consider myself a down-to-earth guy, who is just making it up as I travel through life, adding a virtual laugh track here and there to amuse others and myself. I have a friendly personality, which is expressive, warm, upbeat, fun, and positive. I love meeting new people. I thrive on communication, organization, diversity, creativity, and laughter. – Paul Eric Kilmon (paerki)

Sunday, July 20, 2025

Recent Musings (as written on my FB timeline)

The bright-light in my apartment brings me joy (thank you, windows). Sitting amongst the green, more joy. Listening to loud dance music while enjoying morning mimosas, the ultimate joy.

Friends… What kind of joy are you looking for? It’s subjective and depends entirely on you. Joy can manifest in many forms, from simple pleasures to profound experiences.

My creative pursuits… Blogging, writing obnoxious Facebook posts (like this one), and indoor gardening adds to my joy. My intellectual pursuits bring me joy, too. (Note to self… Visit a museum today, preferably in DC.)

Ultimately, the joy one seeks is deeply personal and can be found in a variety of activities.

What are you waiting for?! Stop reading this ridiculous post. Go find yourself some joy. – paerki

What can I say, the simple things bring me joy – a hike on a trail… photographing the world around me… talking to a neighbor on a street corner… listening to a concert or watching a movie outdoors... eating lunch in the park underneath a tall oak… playing Scrabble in a garden (preferably Sherwood Gardens)… sitting on a couch with a beloved friend, drinking a glass of wine and talking about anything and everything because nothing is off limits (well, most of the time)… a drive into the country, and the list goes on and on.

What brings you joy? Whatever it is, do it! The weekend is here, and I demand all thrive, finding joy every step of the way, and whenever possible, share your joy because it will mean so much more if you’re sharing it with others.

I’m almost always full of joy, but I’m only human and have my moments, rarely, where I am in need of someone to give me a little push, and that’s one thing I can always count on in this world – sometimes with a stranger, always with a treasured friend and, on those rare occasions, a special someone who enters my life bringing with them joy to share.

The photos below are how I do city life. – paerki

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What would life be like without memories? It’s fair to say, there would be no life at all. Memory is our communication, reason, coherence, our action and more importantly, our feeling. Memories create our path in life, developing our psychology and leading us emotionally.

One of the best ways to create and store memories is with video. These simple effortless little snippets of time create diaries and become perpetual time capsules, which justify our walk on earth, telling all with great enthusiasm… I was here! I mattered! I lived! Please, don’t forget me.

Share your views, thoughts and opinions in the written word. Snap photographs so your eyes can travel back in time, remembering the happy and sad moments that made you the person you were, are and became in life. But, whenever possible, capture video to enhance the memories you leave behind, so that others may pass the essence of your life on to future generations. – paerki

I love photographs! They have this amazing ability to tell stories of fun places, special moments, memorable events, and exciting places. They give us reason to pause and remember friends, family, coworkers and so many others. One photograph can conjure up a flood of memories taking us on a journey. They help us remember the past, enjoy the present and ponder the future.

On a cold and rainy day I love sitting in my living room with a roaring fire, a glass of wine, classical music playing in the background and my many photographs scattered about me. I love sifting through what I call my special collection, which refers to my favorites. They remind me of the saddest and happiest moments of my life. They remind me of challenges and overcoming.

My large collection of images are a testament to a life lived. Life happens all around us so it’s important to collect special memories, and what better way than with a photograph. – paerki

It’s hard to believe I’ve been blogging for more than 12 years. This art form has allowed me to showcase and express my creativity. It has bolstered my confidence (not that is was lacking). At times it has been therapeutic, but more than anything it has given me a much deeper view of the world and how I see myself in it.

I use my insights as a barometer for self-change, which helps me reconcile the past, adapt to the present and navigate carefully into the future. I have enjoyed the roller coaster ride of thought as my hands write it and my eyes see it. As always, I hope you can relate to my stories, appreciate my views, savor the wisdom, reflect on the concepts and, more than anything, respect my friendly and genuine interest in connecting with others.

Find you own voice. Think about writing your own blog. Learn your style, share your views and open a whole new world of possibilities for you and your readers-to-be.. – paerki