Word of the Day: Deliquesce Definition Deliquesce 1 : to dissolve or melt away 2 : to become soft or liquid with age or maturity—used of some fungal structures (as the gills of a mushroom); to become liquid by absorbing moisture from the air Examples “‘Number Nine,’ a 16-minute bonbon of a ballet …, keeps its…
Word of the Day: Empyreal Definition Empyreal 1: of or relating to the heavens or firmament : celestial 2: sublime Examples Night after night, the comet shone brightly against the empyreal tapestry of the sky. “A jar made in Iraq, Syria or Iran, its shape is nothing special, but its color—an empyreal sapphire blue, a…
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Comradery Six people gathered last night around a table. Six people shared food and drink, each telling their stories, commiserating over pain and anguish, laughing and smiling over accomplishments, as they all looked forward to the coming weeks and months in their lives. Others could ask why these six people had appeared together. Watching the…
I’m trying, I really am (repost) It’s been awhile since I wrote. I trust you don’t mind. I do hope you missed me. I originally posted this earlier in the week only to discover that while it publicized to my social media sites, my blog subscribers did not receive it. Here’s hoping it’s been resolved….
Trying, I really am It’s been awhile since I wrote. I trust you don’t mind. I do hope you missed me. The after effects of my concussion limit my screen time, and what’s worse, my creative thinking is at an all time low. Frankly, it sucks. I worry that it won’t return soon. In looking…
Star Trek By far and away, my single most favorite television show ever is Star Trek. This summer, it seems everyone is celebrating its 50th anniversary. It seems to me that I am not alone in my infatuation with the show. I’m not going to elaborate on the history of the show, its ups and…
Bowl of Chocolates Good morning everyone. As I sit here, at my desk, staring at my screen, I can’t seem to figure out what to write. As I struggle with short-term memory loss and difficult cognitive thought, I recalled a conversation I had the other day with the love of my life regarding a bowl of chocolates….
Down for the count Yes, that’s right. I’m down for the count and thinking about throwing in the towel. What do I mean by that, you ask? Don’t worry. I’m not giving up or anything, except for what pertains to the ramifications of my concussion. As many of you know, I suffered a severe concussion…
Happy Monday Today in the U.S.A., is Labor Day, marking the last unofficial day of summer in my country. It’s starting out as a beautiful day. It’s six o’clock in the morning, the sun is just rising, and there’s dew damping everything not covered. A low fog clings to the ground, trying desperately to hang on…
