mrmiles725The Last of the LastRecently there have been a number of deaths in the world of music that have given me pause, particularly Lyle Mays, McCoy Tyner, and most…Apr 27, 2020Apr 27, 2020
mrmiles725In SupplicationWe have entered an epoch of human history that is acutely sorrowful, the length and outcome of which is uncertain. One thing that is…Apr 7, 2020Apr 7, 2020
mrmiles725XLIV. (An Appreciation)If given the well-worn task of using only one word to describe him, I would surely select unflappable. Being a true pioneer often requires…Mar 21, 2020Mar 21, 2020
mrmiles725Society 2.0I am worried about all of us. The reason I’m worried is we’re so busy being distracted by our technology that we don’t realize how we’re…Mar 9, 2020Mar 9, 2020
mrmiles725Out of Our MindsI am watching Mike Tyson on his self-titled podcast fighting back tears that still fell as he expressed admiration for guest Sugar Ray…Mar 6, 2020Mar 6, 2020
mrmiles725PoisonousKobe Bryant’s death is a rare example of a flashbulb memory; everyone knows where they were when they received the news, just as everyone…Mar 6, 2020Mar 6, 2020
mrmiles725Whatchu’ Gon’ Play Now?I woke up today thinking about James Brown. I want to pay my respects to Mr. Brown’s memory & legacy while avoiding those matters that…Mar 6, 2020Mar 6, 2020
mrmiles725Rude MovementsMy views on Valentine’s Day could be considered contentious and/or controversial. Be that as it may, I believe said views teeter more…Mar 5, 2020Mar 5, 2020
mrmiles725Of Thee I SingDeontay Wilder is America. That seems rather an odd assertion, being that he is a member of the tribe that is both the rejected stone and…Mar 5, 2020Mar 5, 2020
mrmiles725Iya (Mom)In the end, she deteriorated so rapidly that I didn’t have the luxury of gaining any perspective in order to better prepare myself for her…Mar 5, 2020Mar 5, 2020