The Texas sun, a molten disc in the rearview mirror, stretched the shadow of my ’69 Pontiac Bonneville four-door into an endless, shimmering ribbon behind us. At sixteen, with a V8 roaring beneath the hood, the world was a blur of mesquite and fence posts. Sweetwater to Gatesville was a highway hymn, and 90 mph… Continue reading “I hope you don’t go through life so fast that you miss it,” my father said
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Compartmentalizing
The hum of friendly chatter and the clack of dice filled the air in the community center, a cozy backdrop for Maya and her signature purple-streaked hair. Around a large, polished wooden table, a group of teens was gathered, a mix of curious and slightly skeptical faces. Maya held up a transparent tackle box, its… Continue reading Compartmentalizing
The Continuity of the Spirit: Embracing the Beauty of Life Beyond Death
The Continuity of the Spirit: Embracing the Beauty of Life Beyond Death Death has long been viewed as a daunting specter, cloaked in darkness and fear. From countless cultural narratives to personal experiences, the end of our earthly existence is often associated with despair and unknown voids. However, it is essential to consider a different… Continue reading The Continuity of the Spirit: Embracing the Beauty of Life Beyond Death
Chasing Normal: The Pursuit of Happiness
Chasing Normal: The Pursuit of Happiness What is Normal? Yes my friends, what is Normal? What indeed is Normal? As we traverse through the landscape of life, the quest for normalcy often becomes a guiding light for many, especially as we approach life’s later stages. Now at 70 years old, I reflect on the journey… Continue reading Chasing Normal: The Pursuit of Happiness
The Journey of Discovery: A Tale of Two Souls
The Journey of Discovery: A Tale of Two Souls In the small, yet vibrant town of Gatesville, Texas, where the sun sets in shades of amber and the stars illuminate the night sky, two children grew up side by side. Sarah and Alex, who first crossed paths as toddlers while sharing crayons and playtime in… Continue reading The Journey of Discovery: A Tale of Two Souls
Embracing the Journey: The Wisdom of Slow Living.
Embracing the Journey: The Wisdom of Slow Living In a world that often glorifies speed and efficiency, the timeless lesson imparted by a father to his son, while navigating the winding roads of life at 90 mph in a classic 1969 Bonneville, carries an astonishingly poignant message: the importance of slowing down to truly experience… Continue reading Embracing the Journey: The Wisdom of Slow Living.
A Day to Remember: The Tragic News in Aspermont, Texas
A Day to Remember: The Tragic News in Aspermont, Texas John F. Kennedy The 35th President of the United States It was a crisp autumn day in Aspermont, Texas, the kind of day that beckoned children outside to play. The sun shone brightly, and the leaves danced in the gentle breeze. Inside the small, cozy… Continue reading A Day to Remember: The Tragic News in Aspermont, Texas
Getting over Fear
The air hung thick with the smell of rain and pine needles as Maya and Ethan stood at the edge of the Whispering Woods. Maya, a girl whose laughter was as bright as her fiery red hair, gripped her flashlight so tight her knuckles were white. Ethan, with his easygoing smile and a mischievous twinkle… Continue reading Getting over Fear
“The Celestial Brush: The Legend of Li Wei”
“The Celestial Brush: The Legend of Li Wei” In the ancient realm of China, where the heavens brushed the earth with ethereal hues and whispers of magic lingered in the air, there resided a legendary artist known as Li Wei. His Celestial Brush held the secrets of the cosmos, each stroke a symphony of creation… Continue reading “The Celestial Brush: The Legend of Li Wei”
Love of Our Own Farts!
You’re in bed. You’re under the sheets. You’re under a blanket. You pass gas. You Fart. You lift up the sheets and the blanket to let the Fart Fumes out. And you suck up those fumes into your nostrils. Why? It’s called fraction testing. And you like the smell of your own Fart. Of Your own gas. The average person produces about half a liter… Continue reading Love of Our Own Farts!
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