life’s not a constant toggle.

I’ve always operated in a world of fits and starts; of beginnings and middles that were strong and promising, but Continue reading →

look at me now.

Lately, I’ve been trying to get at some basic truths about myself.  You know, focus in on my particular circle Continue reading →

goddamn you’re looking old.

There wouldn’t be nearly the number of troubles, problems and concerns in my life, if I truly understood and accepted Continue reading →

ego in the house.

“We who had won so handsomely in a walk turned into all-time losers.” – Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, Step Continue reading →

journal, my ass.

A goal is a dream put to paper.  Achieving your goals in 5 simple steps.  That’s quite a cottage industry Continue reading →

controlling without knowing.

It’s easy to maintain my serenity and sobriety when I’ve placed myself in a controlled environment.  Sterile.  No outside agitators.  Continue reading →

what else don’t i know?

My name might not be Aesop, and this tale doesn’t involve a crow or a fox, but it’s a fable Continue reading →

book it.

Empirically, I realize that I’m not the center of the universe.  Everything does not revolve around me.  That’s a fact.  Continue reading →