kevin davitt

I fancy myself a wine enthusiast, a drinker, a partaker if you will.  Yes, I drink to an uncertain excess if the truth be told, but just shy of drunkenness.  I hate to be drunk and avoid it at most costs, but it h […]

I went home to a place I’ve never been.  Mountains confronted the sea, with only small cottages dividing the two.  Roads were narrow with sheep crossing, slowing the pace of a racing mind.  Passing a sign that […]

I have a List.
It’s not an extensive to-do, just a large purple post-it with that sits next to my computer.  Sometimes it’s pretty full. I would feel like a superstar if I could get it all done.   I have a pencil […]

Visit the new Dipstitch Podcast site today.  Or go to Spotify to check it out.  Enjoy!

Listen in as two sisters from Massachusetts, who grew up in a large Irish Catholic family, really get to know each o […]

The days are getting longer by
seconds, but the air remains Cold.
Wool has become my best friend.

Exhaled clouds surround my head,
and trap my thoughts in mid air
drifting high […]

Hello Dilettante Life followers, it’s been a while since I’ve written anything.  Time to get back in the saddle soon.  I miss my blog.

However, the reason I’ve been absent for so long is I have found a new pas […]

Numb fingers and cracked
hands confront the icy rain.
The wind goes through my body
making fun of my layers.

Short gusts of breath float into the
air, the only warmth in my body
betrays me.

There’s a thirst f […]

Dilettante Life  is now a writer’s community. A space where contributors can add their stories and share with others. Please join our blog and have fun being part of a group of passionate writers.
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While in the process of updating dilettantelife.com,
I’ve run into some technical issues with the member
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Foodie Saturday Field Trip (FSF): Wegmans

Jamie and I decided to reduce our cabin fever by taking a ride to Wegman’s yesterday.

It had everything the heart desires, where dishes come true.  We loved the […]

REPOST:

I was almost abducted.  It took two weeks of being followed for me to realize that I was in danger.

My best friend and I would frequently walk the neighborhood, going to the corner store, or just taking […]

Until the Wind Meets the Sun

As many of you are aware, my dog has dementia.  Yes, you heard that correctly. Dogs get dementia just like people do, at least that’s what the vet said.  I realize there is a bit […]

You’re alive in a body full of
baggage and wiring.  Turn away from any voices that whisper lies.

Protect the hope in your pocket.
Warn those who reach for it. Don’t let dissapointments throw you to the mudd […]

Hands covered in paint,
blotted fingers with peeling,
chipped nails.  There is a story
to tell, maybe a secret
to learn.

The brush can lead you too
soon to the final chapter.
Pace yourself, stroke […]

Have dinner with friends.
Their stories are your story.
Feel the air of contentment
when you listen with your
heart.

Sip from the cup of gratitude
knowing the connection is […]