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June 11 – Morning Reflections from Manhattan and Greenwich
Good morning from New York City. Seeking Comfort in Stillness It’s June 11, and I’m sitting alone in a quiet open-air plaza just outside Macy’s in downtown Manhattan. The city buzzes around me, but I’ve carved out a little space of solitude while my wife, Cary, and our friends Don and Christy are off touring…
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America’s Shadow Side: A Morning Walk Reflection
Today is Wednesday, June 9th, and I’m on one of my cherished neighborhood walks. My first walk is always with my wife, a special time for connection and meaningful conversations. Then there’s my “second walk,” a personal ritual for more steps, better health and a valuable time where I decompress and organize my thoughts with…
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My Unfolding Path: Reconciling Religion, Metaphysics, and the Search for Truth
Today’s a beautiful July 8th, and as I walk through my neighborhood, serenaded by the sounds of lawnmowers and edgers, I’m reminded of the small price we pay for the beauty we’re surrounded by. It’s a beauty I’m incredibly grateful for. This morning, I’ve been reflecting on my own journey, a path I’m not entirely…
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Reflections on Sentience and Being: Conversations with Trees and Wind
Today, I’m about halfway through my daily walk — one of two I try to do each day. My goal is around five miles or 10,000 steps. While I can, during these warm summer months, I’m determined to build my body back up: to strengthen my muscles, improve my heart and lungs, sharpen my memory,…
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A Walk and a Wonder: Is Life a Simulation?
July 7th: A Monday Morning Musings Good morning! It’s a beautiful Monday, July 7th, and I’m out for my usual walk in the neighborhood. There’s no breeze at all, and the sun’s already making its presence known, so I’m predicting a hot one today. The sky’s mostly clear, just a few thin, scattered clouds. As…