Welcome back to Rewatching Smallville, my weekly dive into the iconic series that explores Clark Kent’s journey before becoming Superman. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, you’re invited to join in each Tuesday as I revisit episodes and share my thoughts and observations. Be sure to share your own memories and … Continue reading Rewatching Smallville – Episode 70
The Worst 46 – Major League: Back to the Minors
Major League: Back to the Minors 1998 Directed by John Warren Welcome back to Movie Monday, where we're continuing our relentless journey through my personal list of the 100 worst movies I've ever endured. This week we're stepping up to the plate for number 46: Major League: Back to the Minors, the 1998 sports comedy … Continue reading The Worst 46 – Major League: Back to the Minors
The Weight of Knowing
The coffee shop buzzes with Tuesday morning energy, but Maya Morrison keeps her hands wrapped firmly around her ceramic mug, fingers never straying beyond the safe boundary of its warm surface. She's claimed the corner table again—the one with its back to the wall where she can see everyone coming and going. The barista, a … Continue reading The Weight of Knowing
Question of the Week #459
In what ways, if any, would knowing the date of your death help you plan your life? How many more years do you honestly believe you have left? Last week's question about whether we'd open an envelope containing our death date sparked something I wasn't expecting. The responses poured in—thoughtful, conflicted, passionate arguments on both … Continue reading Question of the Week #459
What If Lincoln Had Lived?
In 2025, we mark 160 years since the end of the American Civil War—a brutal conflict that defined, divided, and ultimately reshaped our nation. It’s also been 160 years since the tragic night when Abraham Lincoln, one of our greatest presidents, was struck down at Ford’s Theatre, just days after Lee’s surrender at Appomattox. For … Continue reading What If Lincoln Had Lived?
From Everyman to Icon: How John McClane Redefined the Action Hero
When Die Hard exploded onto screens in July 1988, audiences witnessed something revolutionary disguised as summer entertainment. Bruce Willis, then known primarily for his comedic television work on Moonlighting, stepped into the blood-stained undershirt of NYPD Detective John McClane and fundamentally changed what an action hero could be. Over the course of five films spanning … Continue reading From Everyman to Icon: How John McClane Redefined the Action Hero
The Heart of Heroes: How Partnerships Define the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Spoiler Warning: This post discusses events and character developments throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including major plot points from recent films and series. Proceed with caution if you're not caught up! When we think about what makes the Marvel Cinematic Universe so compelling, our minds often jump to the spectacular action sequences, the witty one-liners, … Continue reading The Heart of Heroes: How Partnerships Define the Marvel Cinematic Universe
The Character Couch – Marge Gunderson
Welcome back to The Character Couch! This is where we put on our amateur psychologist hats and examine what makes our favorite fictional characters tick. Today we're diving into the wonderfully grounded psyche of Marge Gunderson from the Coen Brothers' masterpiece Fargo—the seven-months-pregnant police chief who became an instant icon when Frances McDormand brought her … Continue reading The Character Couch – Marge Gunderson
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 69
Welcome back to Rewatching Smallville, my weekly dive into the iconic series that explores Clark Kent’s journey before becoming Superman. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, you’re invited to join in each Tuesday as I revisit episodes and share my thoughts and observations. Be sure to share your own memories and … Continue reading Rewatching Smallville – Episode 69
Disney 17 – One Hundred and One Dalmatians
One Hundred and One Dalmatians 1961 Directed by Wolfgang Reitherman, Hamilton Luske, and Clyde Geronimi Welcome back to Movie Monday, dear readers! Since this is the first Monday of the month, we're taking our customary break from my ongoing exploration of cinema's most spectacular failures to enjoy a palate cleanser. Think of it as a … Continue reading Disney 17 – One Hundred and One Dalmatians
The Confusing Middle 