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Marcus Aurelius writes to himself
These past two years have been a difficult chapter in my life. But now I’m writing a new one and looking for inspiration. Many people, upon reaching a certain age, begin reflecting on their life and, subsequently, make an inventory … Continue reading
Martin Amis’ Night Train
“I have taken a good firm knot and reduced it to a mess of loose ends.” Detective Mike Hoolihan After Martin Amis’ recent death, I came across his Night Train at our neighbourhood bookstore. It was used and discounted so … Continue reading
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Tagged detective story, felo de se, female detectives, Martin Amis, meaning of life, Night Train, Paradise Syndrome, parody, suicide
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Marcus Aurelius (121 AD – 180 AD)
In the center of Piazza del Campidoglio in Rome, there’s a statue of Marcus Aurelius who was once Emperor of Rome. But today he is remembered, in large part, for his journal known as “Meditations” (170-180 AD). These “meditations” were … Continue reading
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Tagged Campidoglio, diaries, flexibility, Marcus Aurelius, meditation, obstacles, Stoics
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Tough Translations
Giuseppe Ungaretti (1888-1970) is considered one of Italy’s great modern poets. Like other Futurists, he supported WWI believing a bit of aggressive agitation could help regenerate and energize Italy. So he enrolled in the infantry serving in the trenches. But … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Ecstasy of Saint Teresa, Fontana del Mosè, fountains in Rome, Giuseppe Ungaretti, Moses, translations
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Thoughts and Prayers
The increasing lack of compassion for our fellowman is heartbreaking. And as for all those self- proclaimed Christians who insist on using the name of God as some sort of personal brand, I suggest they take time out and really … Continue reading
The Narrative Within 