For a man so great, it is impossible to craft a worthy tribute, but in my attempt to come to grips with reality I’ll do my best. Never has a man seemed so immortal as Pop. It wasn’t just his age and permanent presence in my life, but the way he lived his life and the fight and love he exhibited every single day. He … Continue reading Pop
To say the past few days has been a whirlwind of emotions would be quite the understatement. My emotions have been like freshly scattered earth during the Dust Bowl; my current state won’t remain for long, and where I end up is anyone’s guess. Early this week I received the first of five final grades for this semester. It wasn’t good. I wasn’t expecting it … Continue reading Family, Failure, and Pride
The thought of death has never scared me. To me it seems like death is falling asleep but simply not waking up. The fear comes from the way we die; the uncertainty of the pain or struggle and the unsureness of if we’ve lived acceptable lives by our own standards. My biggest fear isn’t from falling asleep and never waking, but waking up one morning, … Continue reading Fear of Aging
Recounts, Reflections, and Other Writings 