What Having "Vision" Means to Me Helen Keller was wise beyond her time. This quote speaks volumes. I am a big believer in mindset and perspective. The way you see the world and your place in it vastly impacts your life experience. We all can visually see, of course. But, having vision is a whole
Why A Short Story? You could probably tell that this is not what I typically publish. I recently participated in a community wiring challenge. Each individual was asked to write a fictional short story around 5000 words in 2 weeks. I joined to have some fun and practice my writing skills. Below is the story
A New Quarantine Way of Life We are no doubt going through an unprecedented time right now. Probably none of us have ever lived through a pandemic. Covid-19 has not only influenced our day to day lives, but also the economy and job market. Many business have been forced to halt operations and lay off
A Different Time Consider a more simple time long ago. Go back to a time when technology was not even thought up yet. Go back to a time when social media did not exist. Way back before we had highways or skyscrapers. Transportation was limited to only boats or horses. Leaving the town you lived
Sometimes even to live is an act of courage. -Sencea All living things contain a measure of madness that moves them in strange, sometimes inexplicable ways. This madness can be saving; it is part and parcel of the ability to adapt. Without it, no species would survive. -Yann Martel, Life of Pie My mission in
The State of Affairs Today marks the beginning of a two week mandatory “Stay at Home” period. Ohio government officials instituted this mandate to limit the spreading of the Coronavirus in Ohio. Residents are expected to stay at home and minimize going out unless the intent is to: Purchase living necessities such as groceries or
Dear Treadmill, I want to be honest with you. I don’t want to sugarcoat it. You are not my favorite. I usually do not look forward to spending time with you. You don’t change much and don’t offer much variety. I feel like it’s the same thing every time. Usually growing and full of effort.
Dear Coffee, I am writing you today to thank you. You have made such an impact on me I need to say something. Your presence in my life has been a positive one. You give my day flavor, excitement, and energy. In fact, I don’t know how I ever go a day without you! Let
At one time, my meals were totally routine and predictable. I had just finished college and lived at home. Each day, i would have breakfast at 6:30AM. Before leaving for work, I would pack a brown bagged lunch. I would throw in a sandwich, fresh veggies, fresh fruit, crackers, and a granola bar. I would
Dear Smoothie, What can I say? You are probably the perfect on the go snack choice. You’re usually healthy, quick to make, great tasting, and totally refreshing. The best part abut you? You can come in so many shapes and forms. You can be red, orange, green, and even blue! Your flavor combinations can be
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