TL AscendsMr. Turtle Helps Mr. CrowMr. Crow screamed at Mr. Turtle, calling him every name in the book. Mr. Turtle smiled and nodded as Mr. Crow crowed and screeched out all…2 min read·May 23, 2017----
TL AscendsContributionWhen I joined the military, there were a million pros and cons swimming through my mind. I wanted to serve my community in some capacity; I…2 min read·Feb 1, 2017----
TL AscendsFiery Ends“I survived because the fire inside me burned brighter than the fire around me.”1 min read·Jan 13, 2017----
TL AscendsMy Demons: Part 5I haven’t written one of these in a while. It’s not because the demons were quiet. Far, far from it. I’ve had plenty of nights that I wish…2 min read·Oct 23, 2016----
TL AscendsKnow ThyselfI’m impulsive, obsessive, and completely lacking in moderation. But I know myself. The two Delphic maxims I’ve tried to live by since I was…2 min read·Aug 4, 2016----
TL AscendsLetter to my Social SelfYou’re a fun guy. Literally no one argues that. But you need to take a moment now and then to breathe in patience and reflection. Your…2 min read·Jul 5, 2016----
TL AscendsMy Demons :: Part 4I’m smiling more lately. I’m smiling even when no one is around, which used to be the most dangerous time for me. I’ve had friends ask me…3 min read·Jun 28, 2016----
TL AscendsMy Demons :: Part 3They’re being quiet. This happens now and then. The world seems in place, the stars twinkle a little brighter, but somewhere along the way…5 min read·May 13, 2016----
TL AscendsMy Demons :: Part 2They didn’t fight me last night. They were there… Staring, pacing. But they didn’t step up like before. Maybe writing these will help. I…9 min read·May 12, 2016----