Edward Gorey

Always be circumspect.

Disdain explanation.

Forget grandiose hopes.

Invoke justice.

Keep little.

Make no orations.

Pursue quietude.

Repent.

Stifle tears.

Undergo vexation.

Extend your zeal.

Edward Gorey, postcard to Andreas Brown.

“Calder Words”

exuberance

buoyancy

vigour

humour

playfulness

gaiety

surprise

spontaneity

suspense

celebration

dignity

restlessness

nervous energy

CIRCUS