Real Talk

Real talk is just that, real-talk. This section is intended for serious subjects beyond ordinary life blues. Here, I analyze and provide commentary on the truly messed-up shit in life; past and present. I can make a million references to the insanity and horrors of life that plagues humankind (since we first started out on the road to becoming “civilized”). I am not a historian, theologian, psychologist, or Judge. I give one man’s perspective on the truly sad and insane things in life that won’t go away. I write about things in this world, which challenges my understanding of a caring deity.

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Deburdeles – Part I

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Centered around true events that took place during World War II, Deburdeles (Of Brothels) is the story of “sisters for a time” brought together by fate trying “to survive the madness” of war torn Germany. With soul gripping characterization, Deburdeles masterfully...

Deburdeles – Part II

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Three days later Mika: (Loading sheets as she walks down the hallways that lead to the rooms.) Wake-up time! Get up. No one will make breakfast if you’re all in bed and there's a lot to do today (raising her voice) Katja, Frieda, Corinna, Ebba Everyone! (Pause)...

Buffalo Soldiers – A Tribute

My Life in Guatemala: Leonela’s Story

Guatemala, Real Talk, WHAT'S NEW

Guatemala National Flag - near the airport in Guatemala City | Photo Taken by: Leonela A.My father served the army in Guatemala and we moved around a lot during my childhood years. Some of my observations related to how our life was stressful and challenging. I have...

True Love

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I know a woman named Jane, who lives in Peru. She started out tutoring me in Spanish but has since then become more of a friend. Jane got my attention initially because the introductory video she posted on the tutoring website, included the song “Sweet Home Alabama”...