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October 31, 2017July 17, 2018

Begin the Begin

I’m sitting here at my desk with a cup of coffee to hand, thinking up fantastic stories that will hopefully come to fruition in the next 30 days. It’s dark outside and I feel like utter crap, but my brain won’t shut down for the night. That’s because November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), … Continue reading Begin the Begin

October 24, 2017October 24, 2017

Shades of Gray

“If I see everything in gray, and in gray all the colors which I experience and which I would like to reproduce, then why should I use any other color?” ~Alberto Giacomettii I often like to think of things as black and white, as if things are clear when they’re not. I often like to … Continue reading Shades of Gray

October 17, 2017

The New House

“We’re heading home,” I told my youngest daughter, and she gave me the broadest smile. It’s the one that shows all her teeth, and my favorite as well. There’s just something about her showing enjoyment that warms my heart. While still smiling, she responded, “To the new house, dad.” And — you know — she’s … Continue reading The New House

October 14, 2017

Apologies & Excuses

“Never ruin an apology with an excuse.” ~Unknown I’m sorry, but… I’m sorry; however… These are never good ways to show that you’re truly repentant. Believe me. I’m accomplished in the “qualified apology,” the idea that any apology has to come along with an excuse. But that pretty much negates the apology. See, an apology … Continue reading Apologies & Excuses

September 18, 2017September 18, 2017

I’m A Black Man (Don’t Look At Me)

I’m a black man. I don’t think about it very often, but there it is anyway. I said it. It’s out there. Of course if you met me in person it might be one of the first things you think of, depending on where you’re from, or how old you are. I’ve gotten quite adept … Continue reading I’m A Black Man (Don’t Look At Me)