Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, is perhaps best remembered today not for his rule over one of history’s greatest empires but for his writings. Meditations His seminal work, “Meditations,” offers a remarkable window into the mind of a man who had enormous responsibility and power…

Hey friend! Grab a coffee, sit down, and let’s talk about something that’s been on my mind lately. Integrity. A hefty word, right? It is one of those things that when someone has it, you know it when you see it, but it’s sometimes a tricky thing to explain. If…

Hello, I really must stop asking Alexa to stream Leonard Cohen. I sat down to do some technical proposal writing for which I get paid. Then, I asked Alexa to stream Leonard and he started singing “You Got Me Singing,” and the next thing I knew it was three hours…

Harry Miles, a United States Air Force Fighter pilot, finds himself undergoing a Near Death Experience (NDE) during an intense aerial battle against seven enemy fighters over the border between Iran and Iraq. BEGINNING OF SEGMENT “All of a sudden, Harry found himself in a black circular tunnel moving swiftly…

Introduction Emotional growth, also referred to as emotional maturity, involves acquiring the wisdom to comprehend your emotions and apply that understanding in practical ways. Individuals who possess emotional maturity excel at navigating challenging situations with a calm and non-invasive approach. They possess the insight to recognize when to seek assistance…

I have re-invented myself a couple of times in my life. Currently, I am considering another re-invention; however, if my typical pattern holds true, I may end up in the same track in the road since it does bring in some spending money to supplement my bride’s and my retirement…

Sometimes I can’t help myself! I hope you enjoy this Flash Fiction story. The Apple The moment had finally arrived! Uncertainty tinged the air as the team prepared to unravel the mysteries that lay before them. …

My Mailing List After years of procrastinating, with the help of my grandniece Georgia, I have taken the first steps towards creating a mailing list. What’s In It Thoughts, Essays, Stories, and other Musings from a Grandpa who wants to share his thoughts with the world! This Grandpa is making a comeback —…

My bride and I recently finished streaming the series “Ted Lasso” on Apple TV. There were a lot of Easter Eggs embedded within the last episode. One of the best is the last line spoken by Ted in the episode. …