We always think we know our minds until we sit down and write.

By Colm O’Shea

It took me a few years to handstand for 60 seconds and longer to stand still for 60 minutes. I still practice the latter. Most often for ten to twenty minutes. It’s the game of Life pause button I found in my control. And with so much out of control, I’m glad it’s within reach.

Too often I forget I will die. I’m back to my senses when I remember. Lately, it's the Irish sea that brings me back. Before entering I make an agreement with myself, after 60 front strokes I’ll decide whether to stay or not.