In a world where technology is constantly evolving and our lives are increasingly on display, it's not far-fetched to ponder how our lives would change if everyone started using tiny point-of-view (POV) cameras to record what they see and hear. These little gadgets could capture first-person experiences of everything from epic battles to covert crimes, … Continue reading Question of the Week #359
Day Two of the Blogmas
Welcome back to Blogmas 2023! Continuing through Christmas Day, expect to find some fun and informative holiday themed blog posts here at The Confusing Middle. For Day 2, I wanted to throw some fiction your way. So here’s a little Christmas story that I hope you’ll enjoy... Growing up, Christmas in our household was always … Continue reading Day Two of the Blogmas
7 Common Comedic Tropes
Hey there, fellow comedy enthusiasts! If you're anything like me, you probably love a good laugh. Whether it's through stand-up comedy, sitcoms, or hilarious movies, humor has a magical way of making our days a little brighter. But have you ever stopped to think about the mechanics behind the laughter? Today, we're going to dive … Continue reading 7 Common Comedic Tropes
Day One of the Blogmas
Ladies and gentlemen of the Internet… Welcome to Blogmas 2023! For the next 25 days, expect to find some fun and informative holiday themed blog posts here at The Confusing Middle. For Day 1, I thought it would be fun to delve into the history of Christmas, one of the most beloved and widely celebrated … Continue reading Day One of the Blogmas
Manga Magic
If you're reading this, then you probably share my curiosity for those captivating Japanese comics that have taken the world by storm. Manga, a unique blend of art and storytelling, has gained a dedicated global following, and today, I want to dive deep into the reasons behind its immense appeal and the incredible influence it … Continue reading Manga Magic
Sunday Scribblings #148
Welcome to Sunday Scribblings on The Confusing Middle! Each Wednesday I’ll provide you, my blogging friends, with a new prompt. Once you see what the prompt of the week is, head over to your blog and write something in response. There are no rules for what you write. It can be fiction. It can be non-fiction. It … Continue reading Sunday Scribblings #148
Rewatching Quantum Leap – Episode 65
Hey there, fellow Quantum Leap enthusiasts! Today, I want to dive deep into one of the most thought-provoking episodes of this timeless series, "Running for Honor." In the grand scheme of Quantum Leap, it's episode 65, and it's the 12th episode of the fourth season. This episode is not just memorable for its time-traveling adventures, … Continue reading Rewatching Quantum Leap – Episode 65
30 – Scarface
Welcome to The Best Movies I’ve Never Seen! This is the part of the blog where I work my way through 100 films I’ve never seen that are generally considered to be great. You’re invited to watch along with me if you can find a copy or find it streaming. So grab some popcorn and let’s … Continue reading 30 – Scarface
Surrender
Our Sunday Scribblings prompt for this week is Surrender. If you decide to write a post based on this week’s prompt, be sure to share your link so everyone can see how you interpreted things! Here’s what I did with it… Once upon a time in the picturesque town of Maplewood, there lived a young woman … Continue reading Surrender
Question of the Week #358
It’s time for another philosophical and intriguing question from Gregory Stock’s The Book of Questions: If you knew that in a year you would die of a heart attack, how would you alter your life? But, hold on, what if I told you that you wouldn't be likely to make any changes? Sounds paradoxical, doesn't it? … Continue reading Question of the Week #358