Archive - Musings of an Imperfect Middle-Aged Gentleman

Thoughts on explaining international conflict to younger generations…and ourselves

Jun 19 •

Flying from Alpha to Omega

Airports serve as the commencement and terminus of many journeys, and sometimes they are as exciting as the trip itself.

Jun 16 •

Like it or Not: The Omnipresence of Change

We try to match it with avoidance, but it is here to stay

Jun 10 •

Footprints in Concrete: What is Left Behind

Our legacies will be forever cemented in more ways than one

Jun 9 •

From Forever to Finity: A Paradigm Shift

When we become parents, yet can remember being parented

Jun 6 •

No Thank You. My Fingers Will Take an Uber

A summer when I worked in an industry that is now practically obsolete.

Jun 4 •

Time for Some June Thoughts

It's the end of a year for me, but the end of an era for others.

Jun 3 •

Simpler Times with Robot Monkeys

The 1980s were a completely different world, and as Xennials- we're a different breed.

Jun 2 •

May 2025

Finding a Place to Go Grocery Shopping in South Charlotte is About to Get Even Easier

Yet another well-respected chain is under construction, and will be opening next summer.

May 29 •

You Don’t Have to Eat Groceries for Them to Change Your Life

How a part-time after school job has changed my worldview for the better.

May 29 •

Wait! Do We Really Have to Do This?

Change sometimes takes the form of a wrecking ball

May 27 •

The Piano Man and Me

On my connection to Billy Joel after his recent announcement

May 25 •

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