Notes from Far North

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I would rather be a saint...
A new essay at Dappled Things
Jan 12 • Eric Cyr
That’s what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown
Or, how I'm still trying to grow my heart at least one size this Advent
Dec 18, 2025 • Eric Cyr
Mystery, ambiguity, and Train Dreams
A wandering response and some thoughts about a fantastic novella
Nov 20, 2025 • Eric Cyr
Lord, do you call me only to mediocrity?
And if you do, is that not enough for me?
Nov 13, 2025 • Eric Cyr
On the Abundant Joy of the Kingfisher Folk Festival
This summer I had the immense joy of performing as part of the Kingfisher Folk Festival just outside Asheville, NC.
Oct 22, 2025 • Eric Cyr
Ope. Just gonna introduce myself real quick.
I am a sick man. I am a wicked man.
Oct 15, 2025 • Eric Cyr
Notes from Far North
Notes from Far North
Writing on writing and music from the underground of northern Minnesota. You betcha, y'know.
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