An exercise guide to losing excess boredom
June 5, 2014 By Michael Speck
Your teachers lied to you “Walk! Don’t run!” Mrs Applegate yelled at you in the long hallways that surely seemed built for the opposite. At my house, our “Inside Rules” posted the sentiment as well. Oh sure, it was all
Young Spring
February 27, 2014 By Michael Speck
It may still be cold outside, but I can feel the warm sunlight of spring on my skin. The light shines through a thinly blue sky without the hindrance of cloud cover. Driving in my car, listening to a young,
Explore Your Self- It’s Easier than Space Exploration
January 17, 2014 By Michael Speck
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What’s the difference between celibate monks, and aliens in fly saucers? The monks probe themselves; the aliens want to probe you! Finding your happy place It is difficult to live a life, spending time doing what you like to do,
Finding Paradise
January 11, 2014 By Michael Speck
I’m very excited about a new post I’ve been working on. However, it’s not finished and I like you all too much to serve you a 5 hour brisket. So instead here is something to think about. An appetizer till
It’s Warm Outside and the Water Feels Great!
January 2, 2014 By Michael Speck
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Many people are taking on new projects and ambitions this time of year, and I think it is important to remember that, while working on great new challenges in life can be extremely daunting, we should not let that dissuade
Don’t Fail Your Resolutions: Cheat!
December 27, 2013 By Michael Speck
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It seems, when it comes to this time of year there are two kinds of people. Those who make New Year’s resolutions, and those who do not. Some people think that it is a great time to look back on
Things You Never Wanted. People You Can’t Live Without.
December 19, 2013 By Michael Speck
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I have noticed something over the course of many Christmas celebrations. Whether it is a fruit cake made from cement and hard candy, an ugly Christmas sweater 2 sizes too small, or a lovely assortment of Hello Kitty collectables, I
Learning to Read and Write: Part 3
December 13, 2013 By Michael Speck
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Finally, I am able to introduce you to the last essay of this series! If you have not read Learning to Read and Write: Part 1 and/or Learning to Read and Write: Part 2, or just want to refresh (I’m
The Perfection of the Unplanned
December 6, 2013 By Michael Speck
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I recently put in my vacation requests for the entirety of next year. I do not know when my time off will be. I could have a week off in May, or July, or September. I have no plans, no
Feeling a Little Loopy
November 29, 2013 By Michael Speck
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All rested up? Time to get stuck in a loop! Some people live their lives believing that everything is connected. There are no coincidences, and everything happens for a reason. Some attribute the reason to a god or a religion.