I actually have seen a few wild animals, though not because I’m particularly adventurous. I live in a big city, but sometimes people here stumble on bears while in the park, or a bear will enter their yard. One of the most memorable moments occurred when I was walking with a friend in a woodedContinue reading “A Bear Went to School”
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The Red Flag of Passive Aggressiveness
Everyone has a personality trait that makes them avoid someone. For me, that trait is passive aggressiveness. At first glance, it can be easy to miss because it is so subtle. It often looks like cooperation and agreement. But over time, you see past the stealth because actions and words don’t match. I experienced thisContinue reading “The Red Flag of Passive Aggressiveness”
The Most Expensive Meal I Never Paid For
The most money I’ve ever spent on a meal is, technically, zero dollars, but the value of that dinner was probably the highest I’ve ever experienced. Early in our careers, my friend received a gift certificate from work to a five-star steakhouse. He invited me to go with him. We’d never been to a placeContinue reading “The Most Expensive Meal I Never Paid For”
Writing Sci-Fi and Creating a Visual Story
I’ve always been a pen-and-paper storyteller (well, more of a typing into the computer storyteller these days). Recently, I’ve decided to venture into the realm of visual storytelling to breathe 2D life into my stories. “The Last Human” is the first chapter of a visual novel that I’m creating with friends. (We’re all writers withContinue reading “Writing Sci-Fi and Creating a Visual Story”
Who Was Your First Crush?
His name is not important–what you need to know is how he made me feel. Because he was different from all the other boys. He didn’t just walk—he floated. When he moved, the world made room for him. His steps were smooth, unhurried, like time paused for him to catch up. He had the mostContinue reading “Who Was Your First Crush?”
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