Teeth slice through the Moe’s smashburger. My mouth is flooded with saliva and anxious taste buds. A smile erupts over my face even before I finish the bite. Heaven. The cousins weekend is nearly through, but how can I visit New York without Moe’s? Moe Junior greets us with a wave. He knows my brotherContinue reading "Scenes From A New York Weekend Pt I"
A Pilot and a Passenger: Between Maine and Boston
Our pilot, Oscar, spoke in a clear and confident voice. He uttered just one “um” as if he was remembering where he was. “...and we thank you for choosing Cape Air.” He lacked a Maine or even a Boston accent, seeming to hail from somewhere other then our origin or destination. Lecturing us on theContinue reading "A Pilot and a Passenger: Between Maine and Boston"
Interstellar Gummies
Watch this film! SPOILERS AHEAD: Subscriber Content A note to self: don’t watch Interstellar after consuming a gummy (they weren't Welchs). Those are two experiences meant to be separate. Interstellar is probably one of the best films I’ve watched recently…regardless of the added gummy influence. I was surprised at myself for not having watched itContinue reading "Interstellar Gummies"
Algon Forks II – Fiction
Algon Forks is a proposed community emphasizing self-sufficiency and connection among its 45 families through various businesses and services, such as a bakery and schoolhouse. Key features include shared tools, solar power, and conflict resolution methods. While aiming for sustainability, trade with outsiders is necessary. The concept seeks to cultivate a positive, collaborative environment.
Algon Forks: A Self-Sufficient Society – Fiction
Algon Forks is a self-sufficient community in Maine with 45 households focused on bartering and cooperation. Members trade goods and services using community credits based on work hours. The society emphasizes community participation, skill diversity, and active relationships through events. Governance follows a classic town hall model managed by a rotating select board.
Why You (and I) Need a Writing Group
Writing is a solo journey—just you, your wandering thoughts, and a collection of Crown Royal bags in a kitchen drawer accumulating like some kind of secret weird writer shrine. But at some point, we must admit that staring at a blank screen and debating whether to start a new project, edit an old story, orContinue reading "Why You (and I) Need a Writing Group"
Winter Nights in Black and White
It’s black and white outside, where snow continues to fall, reflected in the harsh light of two lamps. A simple greyscale exists on the spectrum of powdery white snow to the black depth of the woods. Somewhere in between rests the three grey cars along the building, all dusted in white. The air is cleanContinue reading "Winter Nights in Black and White"
Fever Dream
The voices were out of control, whispering thoughts of their own. I lay in bed, questioning my sanity. Shivers followed the lines of sweat down my back. My eyes slowly opened, gazing past the two boob shaped light fixtures that usually remain dark. Twelve unique voices spoke over one another. One was a young boy,Continue reading "Fever Dream"
This Too Will Pass
Normally, I write blog posts ahead of Wednesday when they are scheduled to be posted. Today is a different day. It is Wednesday. I’m feeling quite flustered with the amount on my plate. It may be the illusion of an overflowing plate, but regardless, I’m feeling overwhelmed. This isn’t the good overflowing plate like youContinue reading "This Too Will Pass"
Philosopher-Kings: Ancient Term for the Modern Era
Intro Plato’s Republic consists of ten “books,” each reflecting on his beliefs, such as the allegory of the cave, the ideal society, and the philosopher-king. The Republic is written in dialogue involving Plato’s mentor, Socrates. Plato explains his reasoning through the Socratic method of finding answers through questioning. I read a decent portion of thisContinue reading "Philosopher-Kings: Ancient Term for the Modern Era"