May. The month of darkness. The month of flashbacks, nightmares, anger at being robbed of loved ones... It's hell. I suffer silently; no one is particularly interested in what I have to say. I remind myself it isn't personal, some people simply aren't full-fledged human beings. C'est la vie. Thirteen years ago tonight, my mother's … Continue reading The Thirteenth Year
Honor
Courage. Kindness. Friendship. Character.
“Courage. Kindness. Friendship. Character. These are the qualities that define us as human beings, and propel us, on occasion, to greatness.” ―R.J. Palacio
It Is Not Seen As Insane…
“It is not seen as insane when a fighter, under an attack that will inevitable lead to his death, chooses to take his own life first. In fact, this act has been encouraged for centuries, and is accepted even now as an honorable reason to do the deed. How is it any different when you … Continue reading It Is Not Seen As Insane…
The Writer’s Only Responsibility
“The writer's only responsibility is to his art. He will be completely ruthless if he is a good one. He has a dream. It anguishes him so much he must get rid of it. He has no peace until then. Everything goes by the board: honor, pride, decency, security, happiness, all, to get the book … Continue reading The Writer’s Only Responsibility
The Descent Into Hell Is Easy
The Descent Into Hell Is Easy-“Facilis Descensus Averni” I can accept a lot of things about other people. Damn near anything, but I cannot accept lying, betrayal, stealing, drug addiction, abuse, and/or the acceptance of abuse in a relationship. As I’ve discussed in the past, I’ve lived through an abusive relationship. It was a roller … Continue reading The Descent Into Hell Is Easy
Veteran’s Day 2014
My brother's best friend came home from Afghanistan having been shot on duty that wasn't supposed to be dangerous. He was awarded a Purple Heart prior to being discharged. He was adamant that the "heroes came home in boxes draped in American flags", but that they didn't come home like he did. I disagree. No … Continue reading Veteran’s Day 2014
Written by LISA MARINO-Molchanova 