The moment came and I realized; as much as my Mom could frustrate me, she always had an ear. I’m finally “on my own.”
The Incredible Sulk
Who we are depends greatly on who we’re with. We work hard to maintain the ruse we spin for those around us. But what if you lose control over your persona and the one that surfaces is beyond your control?
The Passion and The Christ
Having a love for life makes living enjoyable. That passion can be as impactful as any religious experience. What happens when your passion for life brings you to face to face with the frustration of living? And how do you handle it when Jesus comes to call?
Roid Rage
I’ve got chills, they’re multiplying. And I’m losing control…
Cramping My Style
I had a passion for chewing ice. I had no idea that was a symptom.
Time Travel Will Kill You – Probably
Don’t get me wrong; I love time travel. It’s my single most favorite form of science fiction, right next to multiverse stories. I’m fascinated with the idea of being witness to the past, or finding out how we fare in the future. But as much as I indulge myself and feast on the tasty morsels of Back […]
Impossible Choices
I meant to write about Casey Kasem when he passed away, but I knew I needed time to get my thoughts in order. We’re going on 10 months since my father’s death from Lewy Body and nearly 12 months since the onset of his decline. I knew from the moment they described Kasem as having Parkinsons […]
My Father’s Father Part 9 – The Lost Boy
Russell from the movie Up said it best. “Sometimes it’s the boring parts I miss the most.” I remember being lost only once, in a store, distracted by the toy aisle. I can’t remember with certainty if I panicked or if I stood frozen, waiting for Mom. I remember the cold light, the tall shelves, […]
My Father’s Father Part 8 – One More Time With Feeling
I’m wondering if this rabbit hole was too deep. My head whipped about like a windsock in a stiff breeze as I experienced it realtime. The thoughts came jumbled and in floods, often times needing weeks to put down. In my mind the narrative never unfolded sequentially and that’s why you’ve been tasked with following my tale […]
My Father’s Father Part 7 – Expectations
It’s late May and I’m exhausted. For Memorial Day we set out to visit my father in law for few days. During that visit I hopped over to my hometown and met with my family. I wanted to give them the full story from my lips and take questions. I didn’t know just how much […]