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  • Sub Routine

    Sub Routine

    Like most people my daily routine includes essential activities like hygiene, grooming, caloric intake, and exercise. I am fortunate to have a routine that I mostly look forewords to. Some activities are a hassle, but I know that they are important. Hence the reason they are in the routine. If there is one single activity… Read more

  • Lest We Forget

    Lest We Forget

    I first want to take a moment to remember our veterans. One of the most important and exemplary people in my life was a veteran of the second world war. He did not speak of glory, but of duty. He taught me to think for myself, to question authority, and to be a man. To… Read more

  • Priceless

    Priceless

    The largest single ticket item would be my degree. The dollar tag would be significantly larger if I were to say my entire education to date. Getting a degree was only the beginning, and learning has been a lifelong pursuit. Post college I have pursued a variety of certifications, and continue to do so. This… Read more

  • Ideologue

    Ideologue

    It’s Friday, and the writers are restless. After reading another response to the daily prompt, I too have decided to raise the flag of rebellion. Although I listen to podcasts (periodically) I am not going to answer the prompt. At least not directly. One of the things that I enjoy about audio material is that… Read more

  • Systems

    Systems

    I struggled with the rigid and orderly nature of early education. I found it oppressive, and impossible to focus. I did not enjoy sports, so art class is where I found my place. I was also very good at sculpting which helped. The art room became my sanctuary as a teenager in a strange city.… Read more

  • Live

    Live

    I pick up my phone and hold the power button. It chimes lightly before shutting down. It goes in a drawer with the other things I will not need. I reach over and press the circular power button on my PC, feeling the satisfying click as the power switches off. I wait for a moment… Read more