Read more about the article The Lighthouse
Didn't know I'd be writing this piece when I took this picture in October 2020. Sunrise at Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, Acadia National Park, Maine

The Lighthouse

“I’m like a fucking lighthouse keeper.  Out here on my own...keeping this flame burning.  Of course, when anyone sees a lighthouse, they steer clear, don’t they?”     I am a…

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Read more about the article Procrastination – Part II
My mom's cat Bubba. He's never in a hurry to do anything.

Procrastination – Part II

Are you a procrastinator?  I wonder how many of us are out there.  Now I’m not talking about the type of person that occasionally puts off cleaning out their refrigerator…

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Read more about the article Balance
Look no hands! Trying to keep my balance while ziplining at Spring Mountain years ago

Balance

So there’s a tropical storm here today, August 5, 2020.  (Yeah yeah, I know it’s December now, but I started this writing in August and since I’m the best procrastinator…

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Read more about the article The Suffering – Perspectives from a Suicide Survivor
Candle lighting ceremony I was graciously invited to by my friend who worked at this amazing place at the time to honor our loved one who left The Suffering. A giant thank you to my friend for including me.

The Suffering – Perspectives from a Suicide Survivor

We’re all in it, the Suffering.  That’s what I’ve named this thing called the human experience.  Sounds awful right?  It’s not.  The Suffering is a gift, a wonderful gift. And…

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