Twenty years. I've known this anniversary was coming for a while. That's how anniversaries work, after all. They aren't especially good at sneaking up on you when they're attached to a date you know by heart. October 6, 2006. I've written about that date many times over the years. I've written about the phone call. … Continue reading Twenty Years Later
Grief
The Character Couch – Worf
Pull up a chair. Today's guest arrived early, sat down without being asked, and has already informed me twice that this entire exercise is beneath a warrior's dignity. He's still here. That tells you almost everything you need to know about him before he says another word. Worf is a strange case for the Couch, … Continue reading The Character Couch – Worf
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 101
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 101
Question of the Week #454
If your teenage son died in a freak accident, and you wanted another child, would you rather clone an identical twin of your dead son or try to have another child naturally? This week's question from Gregory Stock's The Book of Questions ventures into territory that feels almost too sacred to explore—the devastating loss of … Continue reading Question of the Week #454
The Weight of Unfinished Dreams
Harold adjusted his reading glasses and stared at the boarding pass in his trembling hands. Gate B-7. Flight 847 to Bangkok. The letters blurred together as his eyes filled with tears he'd promised himself he wouldn't shed, not here in the bustling Denver airport surrounded by chattering families and business travelers who moved with the … Continue reading The Weight of Unfinished Dreams
Serious Topics with How I Met Your Mother
When most people think of How I Met Your Mother, they picture Barney's legendary catchphrases, Marshall and Lily's adorable relationship goals, and Ted's romantic misadventures across nine seasons of New York City hijinks. But beneath all the laughs, laser tag, and legen... wait-for-it... dary moments, the show tackled some of the most profound themes in … Continue reading Serious Topics with How I Met Your Mother
Chasing the Northern Lights
The vibrant green and purple lights danced across the night sky, shimmering and undulating in an ethereal glow. Mia gazed up in wonder from her cabin's porch, a steaming mug of tea cupped in her hands. She had traveled thousands of miles to the remote Alaskan wilderness, desperate to glimpse the aurora borealis at least … Continue reading Chasing the Northern Lights
The Carpenter’s Heart
The hammer struck true, driving the nail deep into the oak plank with a satisfying thunk. Sawdust swirled in the morning light that streamed through the workshop windows as Jed Wilson reached for another nail from his worn leather belt. At 44, his hands were strong and callused from decades spent crafting furniture that was … Continue reading The Carpenter’s Heart
Question of the Week #370
From Gregory Stock’s The Book of Questions: Do you care much about having people mourn your death? Honestly, when I'm gone I'm gone. Once I kick the bucket and head off to the great beyond, it's not like I'll be floating around as a ghost watching my own funeral (as cool as that would be). So … Continue reading Question of the Week #370
Remembering Mamaw
Jane Metts - Christmas 2022 As I sit down to write this tribute, my heart is heavy with sorrow yet filled with warm memories of my dear grandmother, who we lovingly called Mamaw. She left us this morning at the age of 91 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Mamaw was not just a … Continue reading Remembering Mamaw
