Tag: life lessons
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Revival
Much of December, I thought. Thought about writing. Thought about what I want to write, why I am writing, etc. I wrote little during this process, yet the exercise was largely necessary. In a way, a break was needed; time to reflect was needed. Part of the issue was my site and writing essays (or…
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The Balancing Act
Reading is important. In fact, I would argue that it is the single most important things in a society — having a literate citizenry. I am not saying that every citizen should be an avid reader (although I wouldn’t be against that), however it should be made so that every citizen be able to read.…
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Choice of Action
Problems exist everywhere. There’s obstacles, setbacks, failures, and other things there that often derail ours’ and others’ goals. Whether we like it or not, they exist. They always will exist. Many are self-inflicted, and many are simply a condition of nature — they happen because they happen. What are you doing about it? It’s a…
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Time Off Achieved
This past week I took my family on vacation. We went to a resort and enjoyed our time there to a great amount. While I was there, I purposely put down my pen and paper — ignoring my writing duties — as we all enjoyed our time together. But like all things, vacations end and…
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To Know
I wonder often if there is a possible way to know everything. To truly know. Of course it isn’t possible, but is it worth the consideration? It stems a little from jealousy. Many people pose the appearance of absolute certainty that they know all there is to know. Even when proven wrong, the facade fails…