The Collected Writings of Brian J. Mueller

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Search and read all 1,834 pieces by Brian J. Mueller — 1,675 poems, 38 prose pieces, and 121 haiku from 12 published volumes. Free to read and share.

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Self Portrait (1)

He is really a rather simple man. Do not be fooled by the reserved exterior or deceptive smile. He lacks the ability to ignore his senses, though his rational powers are great. Never have I met anyone with a greater ability to translate the most complex of ideas or devices into simple terms for all to understand. He is a philosopher who can communicate clearly, a technician with feeling.