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Batman “The Dark Knight Rises” is a must see movie

Danah and I watched “The Dark Knight Rises” last night. This is the third and final Batman movie of director Christopher Nolan‘s “Dark Knight Trilogy.” I’m not a fan of superheroes and didn’t read comics as a kid. I didn’t see … Continue reading →

A long video, but worth every minute

Great video on the history of religion, and the premise that the Gods aren’t angry. Stan R. Mitchell Oak Ridge, Tenn. P.S. Please accept the greatest gift I can give. P.P.S. Thanks to all who continue to make my novel Little Man, and … Continue reading →

So, you want to learn how to kick?

Let’s talk kicks a second. (Hey, you’re sick of all the politics being discussed, and football season isn’t upon us yet, so what better, right?) First of all, you never know when you’ll need a good killer kick. Like, say, … Continue reading →

The next journey begins, even though its end looks harrowing

Late yesterday, I finally — after two days of struggle and six hours of formatting on Friday night — got my newest book up on Amazon. Today, I sold four books and had one friend — who’d never read any … Continue reading →

Powerlessness — Never start a small business — and simplicity

I thought I’d just make this post a two-fer. First, I read this story earlier today about the founder of Victoria’s Secret, and why he jumped from a bridge and killed himself. It’s a sad story that paints the brutal … Continue reading →

My second book, Sold Out, is now officially published

The new book is out. Here’s the book description: Nick Woods is one of our country’s greatest snipers. A Marine who’s done some top secret work, he just wants to live in peace with his wife. But Nick’s about to … Continue reading →

Georgia Marine awarded Silver Star for heroic actions in Afghanistan

Unbelievable story. Sometimes, when you hear the words of heroes, and read of their actions, it’s difficult to believe these people — these humble, brave warriors — even share the same physical attributes as those who are around us. It’s … Continue reading →

Everyone needs to cool down the political rhetoric

I checked my Facebook tonight, same as I usually do, and tried to find some updates among friends and family. You know, family trips, relationship status updates, how folks’ lives are going. And tonight, like every night, the political cartoons … Continue reading →

Is Afghanistan headed for civil war again?

The New Yorker published an outstanding article on Afghanistan in its most recent edition. Titled, “Will civil war hit Afghanistan when the U.S. leaves?,” the article describes both the current situation and how things went down in Afghanistan after the … Continue reading →

Tim Tebow, the Bachelor, and some props for me

So the internets is going wild with rumors that Tim Tebow will star on the Bachelor — yeah, that show; the one where loser dudes who are tall, built, and successful go to find love since despite their qualities, they can’t … Continue reading →