Before I could even consider when the last time it was that I stood out in a crowd, I really have to ask myself what it means to stand out in a crowd; now, are we talking about being the best at something? Are we … Continue reading Could I really stand out in a crowd?
For a long, long time I have been concerned with my health. It probably started some time in high school when I began to take vitamins, concerned that I wasn’t getting enough nutrients in my diet. I can’t quite remember why I thought so, but … Continue reading Weekly writing challenge: my philosophy of health
I’ll tell you, I’ve never thought of my blog as a mirror before; so does it tell you anything about me? Is it possible that my blog has more to say about me than my palm does? Okay, this is starting to get a little … Continue reading Could you really figure out who I am by looking at my blog?
I like to think that I have a fairly broad sense of humor, although I will admit readily that I don’t really appreciate lower humor as much as others. One time, back when I worked at Eckroth Music, I was discussing podcasts with a Speed-Dee driver; he suggested that I listen to the Kevin Smith podcast. I listened to two episodes, and was thoroughly unimpressed with the brand of humor presented, not to mention the amount of profanity involved. Not my cuppa joe.
Still, “funny” is a matter of opinion. There are things that some people don’t think are funny that other people do. I can live with that. The things that I seriously consider to be unfunny usually involve some kind of hardship on my part. The joke might not be at my expense, but if I’ve had a hard time with something, I certainly do not find it funny. Like when people make jokes about how long our work days are at my job, I don’t think that’s funny. Sometimes I think it’s similar to how holocaust survivors might have felt about the holocaust.
So can anything be funny? I don’t think so; and if I don’t find something funny, there is a good chance that I won’t laugh at it. Does that put that subject off limits? I don’t think so. Some people might find it funny, but if I don’t, I’ll just stay away; I might not even say anything against it as long as no one is getting hurt. I’ll just let others have their fun.
I know what you’re thinking; I assure you, this has not been my day.
This post was prompted by today’s Daily Post Prompt.
Charley saw the rider pull up beside the stagecoach out of the corner of his eye; the man had a revolver in one hand, reins in the other. Turning to look, Charley recognized him as a four-flusher who had been skulking about the saloon back … Continue reading Trifecta week ninety: Keepin’ it Dry
I imagine I’m on a long flight sitting next to someone who, as it turns out, is a palm reader. Or, at least they think they can read palms. So, at first they might offer nicely to read my palm for me. I start to … Continue reading Do I really want my palm read?
Let’s be honest: I have no idea when this thing about political correctness started. It was nonexistent when I was a kid in the 80’s, and by the time I was in high school in the 90’s it was making itself known. This is PC, … Continue reading Do I really think political correctness is necessary?
Beeping, whirring machines;
Displays and metrics;
Yards of tubes and hoses –
A singular opportunity of the human era.
Going beyond…
As technicians made final preparations, Project Head Barca psyched herself up; no matter what happened when the button was pressed, do or die, she would embark on a serious adventure.
This flash fiction in 50 words was crafted for the M3 blog’s Flash in the Pan
Tooth,
Claw –
Despite fear,
Regardless of outcome,
The struggle is our heritage.
No innovation will erase this proudly worn badge:
The triumph of will through incredible reluctance to claim the world as ours.
This week’s post was prompted by the Trifextra writing challenge: 33 words using the word tooth but not about losing a tooth.
It’s raining at New John’s Lake, just a little – but the fire still burns in the pit and in the human soul, unquenched and ripe with power:
This post was crafted for the Daily Post Weekly Photo Challenge.
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