The Hobbit – Chapter IV – Over Hill and Under Hill
This is another short chapter, but it has a lot of action in it. It…
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The Hobbit – Chapter III – A Short Rest
A Short Rest is a short chapter. It is our first introduction to elves and…
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The Hobbit – Chapter II – Roast Mutton
Chapter II is special to me. When I was a kid, I'm pretty sure I…
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The Hobbit – Chapter I – An Unexpected Party
The Hobbit is one of my favorite books. I've lost count of how many times…
Fiction and Humor
An Errand
Jack walked into the drug store not really remembering why he was there. I really need to start writing…
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A New Life
Today, my niece Khalia was born. She came into our world at a healthy nine pounds,…
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Star Trek The Next Generation
I recently re-watched Star Trek The Next Generation (aka TNG). I enjoyed the experience. I hadn't…
Fiction and Humor
Let That Go (Play Excerpt)
I was an idiot when I was 16. I talked like I knew everything, but…
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The Passive Voice Should Be Appreciated
The passive voice should be appreciated. Nay, the passive voice should be celebrated. The tyranny…
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The Difference Between Political Tactics and Political Strategy
My girlfriend told me a story about a guy she went to college with. This young…