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True Love, Now
I’m ashamed to admit that during each of our first three meetings, I entertained the idea that James could be a creep. When we first met, I wouldn’t tell him what school I taught at, even after he knew where’d I’d gone to undergrad and that I thought that the erosion of public discourse could be remedied—or at least stymied—by teaching the Harkness method in English and social studies classrooms. Or that I felt inadequate as I watched weekly copies of the New Yorker pile up on my desk, their edges curling up like the legs of dead spiders. Even so, I wrote down my number on a little piece of notebook paper, so we could meet up again. Part of me wondered if I was stupid. But James said he worked professionally as an editor for the American Psychological Association, and I want to be a writer.
By Catherine Dorian3 years ago in Men
Embracing Timeless Elegance: The Allure of White Sherwanis for Special Occasions
When it comes to dressing for special occasions, one cannot overlook the timeless charm of a white sherwani. This classic garment has been adored for centuries, symbolizing grace, elegance, and sophistication. Whether it's a wedding, festival, or formal event, a well-chosen white sherwani can make a lasting impact, exuding an aura of regality and style. In this blog, we will explore the allure of white sherwanis, their historical significance, styling tips, and where to find the perfect white sherwani for your special day.
By Bran Stark3 years ago in Men
The Last Minute, Late Night Ramblings of a Loving Son
Let me preface this by saying: I love my dad. Anything I write here is merely meant as critique. Not criticism. He’s always been there for my sisters and me. He’s been steady and dependable. He’s always had a great job and been able to provide his share for us.
By Kevin Barkman3 years ago in Men
More Than One
Many assume that those growing up in a single parent household are void of male influence. How can your world be shaped by a father figure if you don’t see your own on a daily basis? It’s not true of course. I, in fact, had many father figures who shaped my identity in their own unique ways, which makes it interesting that the two very different men, who stand at either end of that happen to be one and the same.
By Bree Beadman3 years ago in Men
A Key Ingredient
The actual name of the lake is Lake Cleburne, but we always called it Aunt Sally's Lake. She was my aunt who owned a cabin on this private lake that had no more than ten cabins on it's shores. Her cabin was quaint and rested about half way around the lake, just off the main dirt road. There was a hill that led down to the covered docks that housed two Jon Boats. The wasps nests were plenty and snakes were sometimes sunbathing on the homemade, concrete and stone steps. Spider webs were ritually and methodically jabbed at with a broom to clear the passage to the dock and the boats.
By Shawn Bailey3 years ago in Men
The Constellation of a Father’s Love: A Guiding Light in Shaping Identity
From the moment of our birth, our identity starts to take shape, nurtured by the individuals and the world around us. Throughout the labyrinth of my life, a dominant force that has ceaselessly guided and shaped my identity is my father. His strength of character, relentless pursuit of knowledge, and stoic disposition have all left an indelible impact on me. The lessons imparted by him have not only fostered my personal growth but have also ingrained a compass of values that help me navigate the turbulent waters of life.
By Stevie Johnson3 years ago in Men
The Magic of Absence
Wherever there is light, we can see. It is the light that enables us to interact in the world we live in. Building relationships and forming a society has been possible because the world is filled with light. The concept of what we see has always been easy to assimilate. We understand the world through everything our senses perceive. We see the Sun, pouring its immense power onto our world, and we comprehend how tiny we are beneath it. We feel the rain falling incessantly, and we hear its tireless rumbling on the many surfaces that dare to challenge it, thus understanding the true value of patience. We don't merely nourish ourselves to satisfy hunger; we seek to please our taste buds in every meal, and even before that, our sense of smell, which skillfully describes the future that awaits our taste buds.
By Victor Chavarria3 years ago in Men
