The elephant in the room. That’s what it has become. It’s here, obvious, but has been with me so long I usually never notice it any more. Inconvenient, sure. I seem to have gotten used to it. I forget that some people might be interested in it, and what its all about. How did the… Continue reading The blind Elephant
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Forgetting Where You Came From
Time marches forward, like troops in lock step. A vanguard of locked shields, and weapon at the ready. Forcing approval of policy, though many in the nation disagree with those sanctions. Awkward and unpolished egos need buffing, and ratings of approval take first place over substance. Potential lies dormant from the beginning. The solution is… Continue reading Forgetting Where You Came From
Adventures in the Life of a Blind Computer Geek #anticipation
Or, the Joys, and Risks of Computer Upgrades Decided to see if my desktop computer would upgrade to Windows 10. I reserved a copy shortly after it was released, but balked for months. Then I discovered my video card might not have compatible drivers. Not to mention, I knew my screen reader technology wasn’t going… Continue reading Adventures in the Life of a Blind Computer Geek #anticipation
Crazy Pilgrim Friends #ThanksgivingCarol
Or: My Lame Thanksgiving Carol. Pilgrims feast, and then grow fat. So sad, but way too quirky; They need full bellies of deer and turkey. Or pants could fall down, with buckles on shoes and hats. A harsh winter carved numbers down; But harvest gave plenty for all. So we now celebrate with football. Pass,… Continue reading Crazy Pilgrim Friends #ThanksgivingCarol
A Lifestyle of Waiting
People tell me, “it’ll be OK.” They offer encouragement, advice, or relate what happened to them, or somebody they know, But nobody offers real solutions. I’m told that government programs will meet my needs, but the process is endless. Strangers poke their nose into my business. They want an exact accounting of my personal life.… Continue reading A Lifestyle of Waiting
The End of a Bad Day
Or: Water Babies Janet returned to the living room after tucking the baby in for the night. Sitting back in her spot on the couch next to Dean, she commented, “You should probably be going home now.” “But, we’re finally alone,” Dean replied, knowing full well that Janet wouldn’t stand for him staying any later,… Continue reading The End of a Bad Day
Angry and Short
I want to keep this ramble short; Avoiding arguments, but still rant and snort. In freehand writing, I may go long; To stick to rhyme and verse, emotions stay strong. Intense, energetic, staccato words soon deflate; Poured out on the page, time for rant to truncate. PS: Not really upset, just having fun with wordplay.… Continue reading Angry and Short
Signs of Change
Lost leaves, raked up in piles, the scent of burnt leaves stinging the nostrils, and air that is becoming cool and brisk. Signs of the changing seasons. Fall is here, and you can see it in the trees. No more fruit left on the branches. Leaves that have exchanged bright green for orange, yellow, red,… Continue reading Signs of Change
The Purpose of Man, without God
Science Class Assignment: Write a paper on the purpose of man. Rules: There must be no mention, or use of religion, or God. The purpose of man is futile. (1-11) With science alone, and without God or religion, life, and the purpose of man, is pointless, futile, and empty. The lifespan of a man is… Continue reading The Purpose of Man, without God
The Changing Winds of War
Or, a Hard Day’s Battle Or, Floundering in the Wind Or, I should Have Just Stayed Home Today To the seas! Let’s Go! set sail; We’re confident, strong,, and unshaken in belief; With winds of victory, we can’t help but prevail. Make each enemy fall! Give them grief! On wings of eagles, full sails race… Continue reading The Changing Winds of War