Category Archives: Something to Think About

Poor Man, Rich Man: DA (Part 1)

Posted on 15 April 2012 by blackandblueman

A few months ago, a friend who’d spent the past few years living overseas returned to Sydney. Recently, she invited me to join her roommate and some friends for a pizza night at her new home – and when she … Continue reading →

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The Longest Day (Epilogue)

Posted on 12 February 2012 by blackandblueman

Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 There are several things I’ve gained from my first experience with major dental pain. First, as advised by my dentist, I now floss my teeth at least once a day. Previously, I’d … Continue reading →

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“Be at peace, son of Gondor.”

Posted on 27 November 2011 by blackandblueman

Last week at his blog, OneSTDV posed the following questions in his Saturday Audience Participation post ‘Emotional Response to Pop Culture’: Ever seen Twilight? Thoughts? Does any pop culture “get” to you emotionally? If so, give examples and explain how/why. … Continue reading →

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All the lone people

Posted on 7 August 2011 by blackandblueman

Mid-morning, Saturday, 23 July 2011. I was in my room at the Four Seasons Olims Hotel where I’d spent the past two nights in Canberra, and I was packing my bags to return home after the week’s leave I’d mentioned … Continue reading →

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