My Dad is 84 years old. More and more he wants to pass on his stories. And I want to hear them. To process them and to savor them, I write them into poems. Small Town Hall The townhall of Sharon is a stone’s throw away from my father’s heart. Which makes it part of … Continue reading Memories of Sharon, Wisconsin: A Poetic Journey of Heritage and Love
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http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/7482654 I found Ted Heller's books because I am a fan of Joseph Heller's books I love Ted Heller's writing
Memorable Phrase: ‘Lean into Your Mistake’ – My Wedding Vows Story
Guys have trouble not saying stuff. Oftentimes, it is not out of malice, but just out of having something too good to say and wanting the attention of saying it. I think I am pretty good at coming up with one-liners. My wife does not appreciate them and so I do try not to say … Continue reading Memorable Phrase: ‘Lean into Your Mistake’ – My Wedding Vows Story
The Similarities Between Visual Artists and Poets: Finding Joy and Gratitude in Creativity
I think there are similarities between visual artists and poets. And I understand if the artists are a little leary of the comparison. People can knock out some words that rhyme and call themselves a poet.Like this ditty, that I only read to prove the point. The time of now is fleeting My love is … Continue reading The Similarities Between Visual Artists and Poets: Finding Joy and Gratitude in Creativity
The Impact of Tough Love vs. Nurturing Support on Overcoming Poverty
There are two schools of thought when it comes to the poor and needy. Provide assistance and take care of people or tough love- let them suffer so that they grow into a person that does not need help I do not believe either works. I do believe people that suffer but grow are … Continue reading The Impact of Tough Love vs. Nurturing Support on Overcoming Poverty
Poverty is Like Divorce
People often tout their overcoming hardships when talking about welfare. They respond, get to work, instead of a hand-out. People like that should be given more respect than they are. Their point of taking care of yourself as empowering and producing the best outcome is valid as far as it being the best way. Yet … Continue reading Poverty is Like Divorce
Writing is About Sharing
Writing is a great way to share with important and/or sad things in your life. Even in fiction it is brave, though you can separate yourself by taking yourself out of it and adapt it to your characters. Here is an excerpt from my novel Shattered. MY main character is a tall, fat comic in … Continue reading Writing is About Sharing
Identifying Healthy Actions and Stopping Maladaptive Behaviors: A Key to a Good Life
The meme "Sometimes you need a stop doing list as much as you do a to do list" highlights the significance of halting unhelpful behaviors. Dr. Phil recommends identifying what is working, what needs to start, and what needs to stop. Acknowledging positive actions, building on strengths, and addressing maladaptive behaviors is crucial for a happy life, while also considering the impact on others.
AI is good, but will it be good enough?
I tried Google's AI "Gemini." I asked it for a description of my book The Tao of Apathy. It actually nailed it. So it performed very well. I have used AI for things like giving me a draft of my bio or a book blurb. It has given me some interesting writing. I think AI … Continue reading AI is good, but will it be good enough?
organized religion does more harm than good
The post describes a Facebook exchange where the author reposted a meme about worrying about the Supreme Court instead of Tik Tok ownership. An elderly lady responded with concerns about the country's state and equated pedophiles with homosexuals. The author defended the LGBTQ+ community, criticized the comparison, and discussed political and moral issues.
