My girlfriend suggested a new gallery which I call my Christmas 2018 Ornaments. They represent a few of my latest acquisitions to my ornament collection. Click on the link to load the slideshow and see what I like. Christmas 2018 Ornaments Feel free to send me a comment or two. I will respond in a…
Word of the Day: thaumaturgy Thaumaturgy (noun) THAW-muh-ter-jee Definition : the performance of miracles; specifically : magic Examples “The place is still a favourite pilgrimage, but there seems to be some doubt as to which Saint John has chosen it as the scene of his posthumous thaumaturgy; for, according to a local guide-book, it is equally…
Word of the Day: Nemesis Nemesis (noun) NEM-uh-sis Definition 1 a : one that inflicts retribution or vengeance b : a formidable and usually victorious rival or opponent 2 a : an act or effect of retribution b : a source of harm or ruin : curse Examples “My nemesis was a young woman who,…
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…
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…
“Without Freedom of Choice, there is no Creativity. Without Creativity, there is No Life.” Captain James T. Kirk in ‘The Return of the Archons’. I recently saw this quote and it got me thinking. Yes, thinking can hurt and it’s a favorite tease in my house. As I reflect on the quote, I can’t help wonder…
HOLIDAYS AS THEY RELATE TO MY CHARACTERS Are there holidays in Mona’s Realm? Holidays are completely different in Mona Bendarova’s world. Introduced in ‘The Taste of Honey’, Mona’s community comes together for monthly and quarterly celebrations. There are no holidays per se commemorating people, specific events or beliefs. Monthly celebrations are more of a community gathering where…
