Category Archives: Thoughts

Mementos

I parked out front under the old tree, which dropped heavy balls of sap onto any car daringly parked underneath. It was hot, and in an attempt to dress well I wore a sweater, so I didn’t want to walk more than a couple of feet. On the drive over my brother warned me about…

The infamous Herby K’s

Yes I did it. The whole thing. The shrimp buster, gumbo, onion rings and a big cup of coca cola. I even bought two t-shirts. One was for me and the other I will give to my little brother, Joey.  It had to happen, I knew from the moment I walked in. I don’t know…

There are people who live with this all the time who don’t play vampires…

If you’re a Twilight fan, its possible that you’ve heard/read about the cast complaining that we have no peripheral vision due to the lenses we wear in the films. The claustrophobia that comes from having limited vision is indescribable, and it makes every move/interaction more challenging. Unlike EJ Scott, a man who I have recently…

The Animals

Just over a year ago I went to Africa.  Here’s a little taste of what I got to see…

Can I outgrow more than just the bed I slept in, or the room I lived in? Can I outgrow the entire town?

When I was 7 my mom moved my brother and me to Ruma Illinois. The sign that leads you into the town says: We stayed for only a year, but I continue to go back almost every summer for at least a couple of days.  Everything about me stood out to the locals. I was outspoken,…

Road trips with parents….is it ever a good idea?

I think it’s a fantastic idea, if proper planning is taken into account. Things like ipod connectors and reliable maps are essential. I love my mom. I love her enough to know that I should never spend 10 solid hours in a silent car with her. I failed in the proper planning department. We have…

Its beautiful just ask my mom…

One of the things I do when I’m alone on location is draw. I love to sketch, although I’m far from gifted. I love to paint, but only with my fingers. I like taking pictures, but I don’t always capture what I see or more importantly what I feel, in the photograph. I was always…

You’re There, I’m Here… What Are You Eating

My brother and I have always connected over food and music.  This is because we’re never in the same place at the same time, and both topics feel very universal.  I’m envious of his ability to immerse himself in other cultures around the world, and he’s envious that I have a job, which keeps me…

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