For those of us who celebrate The Thanksgiving Holiday, many have chosen to travel this year regardless of the current health crisis. We are always two weeks behind the virus. Because of this, it will be mid-December before the potential consequences of our choices are revealed. Let's not allow Turkey to take revenge upon us … Continue reading Revenge of The Turkey
Month: November 2020
As I walked into the room, she looked at me, smiling, and said, "I feel like I see a ghost." Until recently, I hadn't seen my daughter for years. My Baby may be grown, but she will always be my Baby. I missed her more than words can say. It's an incredibly profound feeling to … Continue reading Like a Ghost
More than 20 years ago, my wife and I traveled to New Orleans to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary. Located on Bourbon Street is a small shop called [Madame Marie Laveau's House of Voodoo]. Marie Laveau is famous throughout Louisiana. During our first visit to The House of Voodoo, we decided to have our palms read. … Continue reading Past, Present, Future
I'm posting a short conversation between my roommate and me this morning. I was in the kitchen when he came out of his room and said, "damn, I hate waking up!" I responded, "I wouldn't say that too often." Words are powerful. We should always be careful about what we may speak into existence. Happy … Continue reading My Thoughts This Morning [Words Are Powerful]
The Denver Area is expecting 75 MPH Hurricane Force Winds tomorrow. I'm officially nicknaming these winds, "Badass Antivirus Winds!" Yes, it's true, I have high expectations! Joseph Shanklin November 13, 2020
More than half of the seats are empty. I have the entire row to myself. With the cabin lights down low and several air vents open, the airplane feels like a soft fluffy cloud. Please allow me to give a big SHOUT OUT to SOUTHWEST AIRLINES! Yes, it's okay if this feels like an airline … Continue reading Comparing [Love] To [Being In Love]
Introduction I wrote this piece back in August. At the time, the possibility of visiting Grampa Chester's grave seemed nearly unimaginable. Since then, my wife and I have shocked everyone in our family. After more than 20 years of divorce, we have found each other once more. Today, we drove to Louisiana from Houston to … Continue reading Louisiana Part 2 [Re-posted & More]
Following years of pain, struggle, and eventually rebirth, this day has finally come to pass. When I stop and gaze back at the mountain, it's difficult not to become paralyzed with disbelief. I find myself whispering, "I've done it." For several weeks, I have been counting the days, patiently waiting for this incredibly special moment … Continue reading I’ve Been Waiting For This Day
This morning, something triggered one of the 2020 events into the front of my mind. On the plexiglass between the gas station attendant and myself, there was a sign announcing a US Coin shortage. The sign was leftover from the shutdown, something we must not repeat if possible. Our nation may not recover from a … Continue reading My Thoughts This Morning [Coin Shortage]
For nearly one and a half years, I have been writing about my journey and some of the fantastic experiences I've had along the way. Nearly two years ago, following four years of heavy drug use, I chose to return to a life of sobriety. The entire time I was using, the memory of how … Continue reading Dreams, Prayers, And Happy Endings
