Author Archives: bryan

This past week I have derived considerable satisfaction and pleasure on three different fronts: home, work, and family. All three efforts have required much creative planning and organization, two have been in process for months, one for weeks, and all … Continue reading →

It was a heart-sinking, heart-shrinking, heart-thinking moment. This prevalent prioritization of nonessential concerns leaves me wrung out. In my ignorance, I am still on occasion entertained and amused; and even participatory. In recent years this has more frequently progressed to … Continue reading →

Rascal, Miscreant, Rapscallion, Reprobate, Rogue, Scamp, Scapegrace, Scoundrel, Trickster, Varlet, Villain – all listed synonyms for Scalawag. This week I have not taken a lot of time for adult thoughts because our territory was invaded and occupied by a 5 … Continue reading →

Twas the week before Christmas, and I’m thinking food Some pots will need stirring, some meat barbecued; Sautéing and roasting and baking with flare Seasoning and toasting the savory fare; The children still nestled all snug in their beds, While … Continue reading →

Whether you are truthful and admit that you play to win, or you are nice and claim that you play for the enjoyment, or the camaraderie, or the challenge, or simply to pass the time, most play is systematic. Random … Continue reading →