Tag Archives: Philosophy

Chameleons of Karmic Hue are Seldom Kept in View

Posted on July 9, 2016 by

I’ve always had a soft, unspoken, karmic view of life Though never voiced, it’s always burrowed down inside my mind But as the law of averages applies to joy and strife A different philosophy is what I’ve come to find For … Continue reading →

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We Must Indeed All Band Together, Or Most Assuredly, We Will All Be Banned Separately

Posted on September 28, 2015 by

Banned Books Week is upon us once again. In previous years, I’ve posted a list of quick reads for Banned Books Week and written a Manifesto For The Uncensored. But this year, I’ve come to a realization. I’m a fraud. I’d … Continue reading →

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Manifesto For The Uncensored

Posted on September 23, 2013 by

It was after 1984 when I read the novel of the same name, hiding under the covers, reading by the dying light of a 50-cent flashlight as Winston and Julia performed more unspeakable acts under their own sheets; Winston apprehensive … Continue reading →

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A Cat That Pets Itself

Posted on September 28, 2011 by

As I was walking home from my old dorm tonight, I encountered a cat. It mewed plaintively and padded up to me. Unable to resist anything so fuzzy and pathetic-looking, I reached out a hand to pet it. But before … Continue reading →

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