Compassion and Hope: A Reflection on My Years as a Texas Prison Guard

Compassion and Hope: A Reflection on My Years as a Texas Prison Guard Retiring as a Texas prison guard was a relief, yet it left me with an indelible imprint of haunting memories and visceral experiences. The stark imagery of bloody knife fights and the very human suffering I witnessed echoes in my mind, a… Continue reading Compassion and Hope: A Reflection on My Years as a Texas Prison Guard

The Eternal Bond: A Scholarly Exploration of the Afterlife and Our Beloved Pets

The Eternal Bond: A Scholarly Exploration of the Afterlife and Our Beloved Pets Abstract The loss of a pet is a profoundly emotional experience that resonates deeply with many individuals. This paper explores the hypothesis that pets, who bring companionship and unconditional love into our lives, may somehow persist in an afterlife. While the proposition… Continue reading The Eternal Bond: A Scholarly Exploration of the Afterlife and Our Beloved Pets

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