Category Archives: Xistential Memoir

Francis Raven Says “Hello World!”

Hello World! My name is Francis Raven. I was born on March 10, 2010 @ 5:41pm weighing 6.1lbs via normal delivery. I got my Mom’s ravishing looks and my Dad’s long legs and sexy butt. I’m looking forward to having lots of fun and making this world a better place. See you around!

Ultrasound 3.0: Our Little Buddha’s Brain

Francis Raven is almost here. It’s cool to see his little brain growing at a fast pace. I wonder what he’s feeling, thinking, and dreaming at this time…

Take your time, son. Keep on dreaming of ten million fireflies. Your mom and I are just right here waiting and dreaming with you.

2009: End of Year Reflections in 7 Haikus

it is official
hello, Mr. President
please be more ballsy
i think i’m ready
my geeky teacher appeared
with kick ass dharma
sitting, lying down,
surfing on impermanence
this Open Practice
migraine headaches suck
i’ve found a temporal cure
mindfulness it is
joined Toastmasters club
delivered an ice breaker
voted best speaker
riding a hybrid
like flying in a blue dream
Optimus Prius
our little buddha
Francis Raven is his name
free as a black [...]