Born of Fire
Somewhere between 365 and 610 million miles away from us, in the vast expanse of space, lies a planet with 4 of its moons still visible... Amidst all that darkness... literally millions and millions of miles of darkness, light still shines. I read a tweet today about someone being overwhelmed and depressed over all the …
About a month ago, 2 of my brothers, my girlfriend and her daughter, and I had the opportunity to go to sunny (and very hot) Arizona to celebrate my mom's birthday. A great time was had by all, and as always, it made me appreciate this powerhouse of a woman all the more. Now, for …
…I can fight you and I might win, but if I get you to fight each other, I am sure to win. In the foxhole, we may look different, talk different, even like different football teams, but in that time we are, and have to be, one.
being willing to get in the dirt with them, to listen, to understand and to find that common ground, makes each person better, stronger and more healthy.
I am sitting in my room, the day before I celebrate the passing of another year. However, when I should be reflecting on my blessings and doing my best to not look 53 (whatever that looks like), I can’t… I can’t because our country is in peril. I refer, of course to the continued killing …
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Ok, I am no saint – at least not by the definition of social convention. I am no hero, I am nothing special, and I definitely cannot place myself above anyone else. Who am I to judge anyone’s intentions or ability? There is a story in the Bible where Jesus and his crew are watching …
A few months ago, I had a great trip across the water to parts of Asia. Ever since I got back, I haven’t been able to let it go… It’s like I’m being called back there for some reason. While I was there, I did get some nice pics with my friend, the hawkman. Now, …
I’ve been seeing a theme in my life this week, having to do with friends and the positive challenge they bring to your life. This post, however is not directly about it, but it does have everything to do with it. See, my friend Estrella tagged me in a writer’s challenge. Here it is in …
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This post was originally written in October 2011, but never published. The roots of the trees formed steps into the heavily wooded area known as Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve. I had been looking forward to coming here, having passed it the last time I was in the area looking for somewhere to hike. I knew …
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Tonight, the moon was amazing. I was glad I decided to tote my camera to work, even though it sat lonely in the trunk of my car all day. Yet, when it was time to leave, the only thing I could think about was introducing my camera to that bright beautiful orb in the sky. …