My copy: 9780345358790 Well, the world of "2001" is back with it's third installment, which I hadn't heard of until I watched an awesome series I downloaded called "Prophets of Science Fiction" and got to learn more about Arthur C. Clarke. (the series is downloadable from Amazon.com and iTunes, and made me expand my sci-fi horizons … Continue reading 2061: Odyssey Three, by Arthur C. Clarke
Month: January 2017
Invisible Houston: The Black Experience in Boom & Bust, by Robert D. Bullard
I think this book is an interesting find. I found it a few years ago when I was gathering research materials on Houston in the 20th century. There really aren't many books about the Houston area, fiction OR nonfiction, and I was hoping to write something of either someday.
The Massage & Me: a true story of pain & ohhh…
I've spent the past week trying to learn (or re-learn) too many varying things. A week ago it was Jiu Jitsu, which was interesting and I'll definitely do again...when my muscles stop hurting in places I don't remember having. Then I tried Kickboxing a couple of days ago, and had a TON of fun, but … Continue reading The Massage & Me: a true story of pain & ohhh…
How to Be You: Stop Trying to Be Someone Else & Start Living Your Life, by Jeffrey Marsh
I should always remember--dynamite comes in small packages. With this book, it's proof for me that it's not so much the message, because there're thousands of self-help books on the market, but it's the presentation.
#011–A Question of Etiquette: Where’s the line between considerate & rude regarding gifts?
This question's been bugging me off and on for over a year and recent events reminded me of this annoying incident. This was the scenario that happened (compressed for time):
#010–What’s in a (pen) name? How do you find a good one & keep your privacy…sort of?
I got to thinking again about maybe using a pen name when I start submitting stories again. My main reason for this is simple: my last name gives telemarketers apoplexy. I can't imagine seeing a customer try to find it on a bookstore shelf, or somebody on a book-talk radio show trying to pronounce it. It's tough enough for people I've known a while, let alone complete strangers.
2010: Odyssey Two, by Arthur C. Clarke
My copy: 9780345303066 Now, I already reviewed the book "2001: A Space Odyssey" last month, so if you've read the book yourself, I'll make sure to let you know some of the oddities and confusion that might stem from reading this book...especially if you haven't seen the film. I saw the film "2010" probably a dozen … Continue reading 2010: Odyssey Two, by Arthur C. Clarke
My week of trouble & anguish, pride & determination…
It's only Thursday, but it's emotionally been somewhere between six months to a year long.
The Pitfalls of Honesty
I came to the conclusion this weekend that one of two things needs to happen: I need to learn how to become a much better liar, one who doesn't give a damn if there are mistakes and can bluff like crazy. OR I keep being honest financially and employment-wise, but learn how to deal with the debt and anxiety that results from it.