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the unbound life.

Writing on identity, freedom, integrity, and the cost of living a life that is not yours. Published since 1997. Read one and see what lands.

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Life Mar 14, 2023

Essence of Life

I have endured many seasons of abusive nonsense in the name of "love" and "Christian" ministry. Most of which were propagated by...

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Life Feb 15, 2023

We Don’t Have To Talk:Journal Entry

As you know, I've been taking some time off lately to heal my body and my mind. The last four years have...

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Life Feb 8, 2023

Hey! Look at me! The Start of Romance… the Birth of Something Better.

Game on! I'm a comedian at heart. Making people joyful is one of my greatest pleasures. Not that it has to be...

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Life Jan 25, 2023

Fun NOise

"Calm, quiet, gentle, peaceful..." These are the words that I used to coach my children when they were very little. It's ok...

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Authenticity Jan 9, 2023

James H. Tippins – Integrated Life Architect | Autonomy Coach | Creator of Path to Freedom & The Autonomy Commission

I work with people who are done performing and ready to be free. My work is not about motivation, self-improvement, or becoming...

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Life Dec 1, 2022

To Learn From a Dog

"That Dog Don't Hunt Here...." We are dog people. (I am also very much a cat person) As long as I can...

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Life Nov 10, 2022

Cheesy Love… Mad Memories

Applebee's Restaurants, now closed in these parts, was a staple of my teen and early adult life. My bride and I ate...

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Life Nov 9, 2022

When the Ideas Stop

Writing comes in waves. Sometimes those waves crash into the walls of normalcy and produce nonsense; for me at least. (Like this...

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Life Nov 8, 2022

Leaves are Blowing, Everywhere

It’s that time of year again when leaves begin to fall to the ground, blow all over everything, and stick fifteen feet...

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Life Nov 2, 2022

Some of My Favorite Songs

I love music, all types, genres, and styles. I like music with lyrics and lyrics without music. Today I want to share...

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