Category Archives: House and home

The Universe is Forming in My Head

My story has begun to coalesce into a muddy blur as I prepare to start my novel. There is a vague plan which I am sure will go through many changes. It will be more like trekking through the wilderness … Continue reading

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It Is Always Darkest . . .

It is now official. Darkness is creeping in and surrounding my days. This is no metaphor. I rise before the crack of dawn. I actually witness the crack of dawn. There are people who worship at dawn. I would rather … Continue reading

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Time to Write

Looking back over the last week I see a spotty record of hit and miss writing. And, when I look at the challenges some people face in getting to the keyboard, I feel a little lazy and lax. My days … Continue reading

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A Mountain of Wood and a Mob of Teenagers

So to return to my story. I had just finished my second first day of class, when my wife called and said there was 6 cords of wood in the driveway, our heat for the winter. I came home to … Continue reading

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Another First Day and A Lot of Wood In the Driveway

I have to tell you about my day because it seems amazing to me how long it has been and how full of people, work and weirdness. It all started at around 5:00 am when my aching tooth woke me … Continue reading

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