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Cookies
We had a neighbor across the street, a school teacher of our elementary school, that liked to make cookies. At every holiday she would bring a plate over for our kids. It became a custom we gladly anticipated, especially when there were some varieties that only I liked. Sadly, she passed away from cancer a… Continue reading
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Which Mountain
At my age, it’s hard to think of something I would try for the first time, but mountain climbing (crazy) comes to mind. I recently read a book, “Path of Glory,” by Jeffrey Archer, about the climber George Mallory, who may have been the first person to reach the summit of Mt. Everest, but no… Continue reading
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Tolerance
Many principles guide me. I strive to be as honest as possible. But I also believe in diplomacy and careful non-disclosure. Honesty is not a shield from kindness. I try not to judge others, because I seldom know all the facts; and I am not without some blemishes. Most of all, I believe in tolerance.… Continue reading
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Grave
It was a big thing in my family to go to the cemetery to visit the graves of loved ones who passed. For my grandmother, aunt and mother it was a standard excursion to do it on Memorial Day. My mother was delighted when I would take her to see her parents grave site. They… Continue reading
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Tools
When I graduated from college and secured my first job, it was a big deal. Then, because the commute from my parents’ house was bad, I rented an apartment close to work. For awhile, I only had a bed and dresser (from childhood) in an otherwise empty pad. But filling it with my own furniture… Continue reading
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Half
If I received a million dollars, I would really only have a half of it, because my wife would expect equal split. Then I would give my half to her. Continue reading
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Publish
If I knew for sure that approaching regular publishers would lead to a publishing contract, I would probably go ahead. The fear of rejection is not exclusive to me, but I’ve stayed away from publishers because of it. I have this idea they would not only reject my work, but be cruel and expose me… Continue reading
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Obtainable
When I was a young man, the most important achievement that I desired was to find the perfect career, that is, my perfect career. I was convinced that choosing wrong meant a life of misery. I heard many stories of people being in jobs they hated, but had to do them to survive. I didn’t… Continue reading
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Transportation
I like art that transports me to another place or state of mind. When I go to the Art Institute of Chicago, I always make sure I see the Monet Haystacks. It brings me a sense of peace. I love the color. My favorite writer is C.S. Lewis because he makes sense of complicated things.… Continue reading
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Reading
One of my favorite memories as a kid is sitting in my bed and reading a book, with the window open so I can feel the summer breeze and hear the crickets and other critters chirping and buzzing. It puts me in a peaceful mood. With the bustle of daily living, I have gotten out… Continue reading
About Me
Indie author and self taught artist, creating for over fifty years, also a former corporate lawyer and systems manager … and other assorted vocations. Writing is my passion. I just released my first science fiction novel, Escape From Desolation, eBook and paperback. More information at my author page: http://escapefromdesolation.com
