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The Last Duck on the Pond
It was a chilly morning, about 19 degrees, when I did my walk. I had to wear a coat and a stocking cap. But it’s a walk I’ve taken many times and in much colder, more inclement weather. In order to take the air, I usually walk from the nearby gas station – which serves — read more
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Thoughts from Colorado
It’s a drop past 10:30 AM here in Colorado. I really do like this state. For all of the shenanigans going on in the Country and the World, the Rocky Mountains look on at the folly of man with muted bemusement. And that’s as it should be. We humans have much foolishness to commend to — read more
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The Problem of Time
I’ve been thinking a lot about time lately. For all of my travels and nomadic lifestyle, more often than not, I wonder whether I’ve placed myself in the position of NOT showing up and being present for those I love and care about. I live in Oklahoma. My son lives in Indiana. My family lives — read more
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The Last Egg
I’ve spent the past couple of weeks after my son’s birthday here in Indiana. We carry on with our routine as we always have. I wake him up. Sort his clothes. Make sure he gets on the bus. In the meantime, I cook him an egg. The routine went okay this morning. He seemed a — read more
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Choosing Joy in 2025
I’m usually garbage at keeping New Year’s resolutions. I make them. Forget them. Vaguely recall them in early February. Make a half-assed effort to revive them. And by Valentine’s Day or so, I’ve completely given up. “New Year, New Me” lasts roughly six weeks. And then I’m stuck with old me. Same habits. Fairly similar — read more
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