September 11, 2001 in New York City. Robert Giroux/Getty Images (cropped) The solemnity of this day has left the minds of those who have not experienced the tragedies perpetrated against the people. Our minds are full of the latest episodes of favorite TV shows rather than on the world and its suffering masses. … Continue reading This Day
Eclipse
The eclipse is upon us and ol' Riley beats the drums of war. Celebrating the end of the world as we know it, under the ever darkening sky, as the moon is slowly lost to sight, only to be illuminated shortly in a baleful red glow. The land is locked in a frozen … Continue reading Eclipse
Supplication
I have become old and tired. My hands are wrinkled and at times shake as with a palsy. My mind is clouded and empty except for glimpses of things real and imagined. Past and illusional events coming and going kaleidoscope-like in my minds eye. Despite how I feel, my body is still strong. It is … Continue reading Supplication
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