A couple months back, I got a call from my mom letting me know that she had come across a couple of boxes full of old keepsakes that clearly belonged to me. Several years ago, I let her know that, as a rule, if I don't know about it, then I won't miss it. But … Continue reading Not a Sentimental Bone
College
Sharp
Conner could feel how sharp the razor was as it scraped across his face. Shaving was such a hassle, but it was necessary. Especially today. He finished removing the stubble from his cheeks and chin and splashed water in his face. He took a look at himself in the mirror, just to make sure he … Continue reading Sharp
JMitch’s Challenge
I bet you all thought I'd forgotten about that time when I asked you to challenge me to write fiction based on the prompts that you gave me. Well... I kind of had. I didn't completely forget. I just allowed my summer to get busy and I didn't make the time to follow through on … Continue reading JMitch’s Challenge
Immunity
Charlie stared up at the ceiling, blinking rapidly, praying that no one noticed the fact that he completely tripped over his own two feet. Oz, his roommate and best friend for years entered his field of vision. He looked down at his friend, laughing and shaking his head while reaching out to help him stand … Continue reading Immunity
The Single Guy and the Chicken Alfredo
The following tale is based on actual events which occurred a number of years ago... It's not often that I date. I know, that's an understatement. On those rare occasions that I do happen to ask someone out, I'm kind of proud of myself. This happened a few years ago when I asked out a … Continue reading The Single Guy and the Chicken Alfredo
Lesson
I hadn't been out of school long when I decided to fall for one of my best friends. Thing is, she and I hadn't really been great friends for very long. To be honest, she kind of got on my nerves. But isn't that always how it is? No? Sometimes, though... You've gotta give me … Continue reading Lesson
Life Story: Chapter Fifty Three
Welcome to a series of stories that basically make up my autobiography. It’s not entirely thorough, but I’ll do the best I can with the memories locked away inside my head. Could be therapeutic for me. Could be humorous for you. Either way, enjoy… Previously on Life Story... I was a junior in high school … Continue reading Life Story: Chapter Fifty Three
Dude Suite
I had a lot of roommates in college. Freshman year saw the awkward random placement. I was paired with a guy that I had nothing in common with, other than the fact that we were both freshmen. That lasted one semester. Then I was moved into a room with a senior who had nothing with … Continue reading Dude Suite
Honor Those Who Fear the Lord
My pastor, Jeff, issued a challenge on his blog. His post focused on honoring the people in his life who fear the Lord. As he explained it, these are the people who have pushed him closer to Christ throughout his life. His challenge to readers was to think about people who fear the Lord and … Continue reading Honor Those Who Fear the Lord
5 Things to Teach Your College Freshman
The following list is aimed specifically at Virginia Tech, though I have no doubt it could very well apply to every college and university in the United States. Also, one would think that these are all common sense issues. But we all know that common sense is something that is severely lacking in today's culture. … Continue reading 5 Things to Teach Your College Freshman
The Confusing Middle 