I used to love politics. The exchange of ideas and proposals debated politely and civilly is long gone and probably never to return. I am a Liberal/Progressive/Hippie/whatever the term of the day is, and I am sick and tired of the negativity that ruined our chances at
I tried to communicate with an old friend last week, or so I thought, and have yet to receive a response. I wasn’t upset because I learned to deal with people as they are, not how I would wish them to be. My thoughts were that I hoped he
Douglas Adams is one of my favorite authors. The quote in the title inspired me. I gave up on trying to produce a story every day. That was more like work than pleasure, and I don't want to reduce my sometimes readable writing to a job. I generate
When I was in the Navy, in the Summer of 1999, I had a liberty call in Rhodes, Greece. It was a beautiful place that I still consider one of my favorites. The markets and restaurants were excellent, and the people were so friendly to me. I was with a
I've had a very unsettling week. I seem out of phase with reality, if that makes any sense. I cannot concentrate the way I am used to, and that worries me. I am calling to schedule an MRI next week, which may reveal some cause of how my
I am an Atheist. I hate the term because it implies that I have a set of beliefs, just like any other religion. Nothing could be further from the truth, but the term categorizes me unnecessarily. I believe in Kindness toward myself and other human beings and living creatures. If
Ever since I went to the hospital on Tuesday night with my blood sugar out of control, I have been on a diet that Hal put me on. I am adjusting slowly to this new approach, but it differs significantly from my past relationship with food. I love to cook,
I deleted every news app last night before I went to the hospital. I didn't plan the hospital trip, but I was glad I took that step. I used to be an information junkie, the news fascinated me, but the longer I observed the news, the more I
All of my stories are on hold right now. I had to go to the hospital last night because my blood glucose spiked, and no amount of insulin seemed to get it back under control. I called the ambulance at about 1130 last night. Hal helped me tremendously but stayed
I just sat down to start writing on my new schedule. I plan to write for at least 15 minutes to see how focused I can stay. I want to increase my writing time, but starting slowly and working my way up is best. I will go as long as
There are many secrets to a great story. Without these ingredients, most tales will fail miserably because nothing will hold the reader’s attention. Kindness is essential to a good story because it draws the reader in without threatening or unpleasant images, whether real or imaginary. Everyone wants to feel
I learned to walk away from controversy and confrontation early in life. Fighting is only a last resort, and violence never solves problems; it only creates resentment and hatred. Even small things that used to set me off no longer bother me now, and I do my best to keep