Tag: Life
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Mental Health September 2026
Every year around this time I keep coming up with “A Plan.” “The Plan.” The plan to fix all of my personal organization issues, keep a house, manage the yard, be a good parent, pet parent, regularly exercise, be creative, achieve my writing goals, stay hydrated, and maybe squeeze in paid employment. As you can…
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Wednesday Word 2026: Mathom
I cannot promise how, where or when these words were used, if ever. I simply find them delightful, and want to share. MATHOM A term coined by Tolkien that hobbits used to describe any item “they had no use for, but were unwilling to throw away.” Good Lord, Ishtar and Buddha. I think that describes…
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July 2026 Word: Novalunosis
I cannot promise how, where or when these words were used, if ever. I simply find them delightful, and want to share. NOVALUNOSIS The state of relaxation and wonderment while gazing at the stars. It can be a very intense experience as well. When I’ve gone camping, and of course there is the mandatory 2am…
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Wednesday Word June 2026: Balter
I cannot promise how, where or when these words were used, if ever. I simply find them delightful, and want to share. BALTER To dance gracelessly, without particular art or skill, but with enjoyment. Ah, “Balter.” I remember baltering. Elementary kids balter all the time. They could give a shit about who may be watching.…
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