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"Mike"
Easy-going intellectual. :-)
Interests: Reading,
History,
Philosophy,
Mystery Novels,
Walking,
Writing Poetry,
Movies set in the Desert.
Favorite Novelist: Ernest Hemingway
Favorite Novel: The Sun Also Rises
Favorite BluesMan: Howlin' Wolf
Favorite Actress: Helen Mirren
Favorite Actor: Anthony Hopkins
Recent Activity
New Post about Paul
I've spent the last two months reading my brothers journals, as he instructed. He would have wanted several people to be able to leave comments and so I am allowing it at their request. Paul's love for others was less... Continue reading
Posted Mar 25, 2013 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Jun 21, 2012
Just an Opinion
Some people who think they know it all are misleading themselves. And so called experts as often as not make bad choices. The wise among us have no such illusions, because they know worldly wisdom will only take you so... Continue reading
Posted Apr 18, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Haiku # 040412 (Poem)
A leaf fluttering In the morning Light, to where ? A Zen Monk watching. Continue reading
Posted Apr 4, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Question of the Day
(Q) Do you favor censorship of books ? Please elaborate. Continue reading
Posted Apr 1, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Haiku # 033112 (Poem)
Ripples of water Flowing down the mountain stream, Old Zen monk dozing. Continue reading
Posted Mar 31, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Zen Haiku # 032812 (Poem)
The sweet, cool water Flowing by a monk Seeking satori. Continue reading
Posted Mar 28, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Joke of the Day
Okay, so what's the speed of dark ? Continue reading
Posted Mar 27, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Question of the Day
(Q) Do you trust your elected officials ? Please do elaborate. Continue reading
Posted Mar 26, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Zen Haiku # 032512 (Poem)
Riding on the wind An eagle searches for prey, A rabbit eats grass, Continue reading
Posted Mar 25, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Haiku # 032412 (Poem)
The pale moon above Smiles on shadows far below Dancing in moonlight. Continue reading
Posted Mar 24, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Haiku # 032212 (Poem)
On a country road In a sea of corn An old crow watching. Continue reading
Posted Mar 22, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Haiku # 032112 (Poem)
Above the Beach I see a gull way up high Gliding on the wind. Continue reading
Posted Mar 21, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Haiku # 030712 (Poem)
When push comes to shove Live and enjoy life, 'Cause it's alright. Continue reading
Posted Mar 7, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Haiku # 030612 (Poem)
The birds are up above Singing in the pines so high = Sunlight caressing them Continue reading
Posted Mar 6, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Think (Poem)
Novel idea- Think for yourself, Control your life Do not give away your rights. Big Brother is watching ! Continue reading
Posted Mar 5, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Just a Thought
It doesn't take a lot of effort to utter a kind word to someone. And the impact of what you say may change someone's life or their attitude or taake their mind off of their troubles in on for a... Continue reading
Posted Mar 4, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Meme
(1) Who is your favorite movue star ? (2) What is your favorite movie ? (3) Do you prefer classic movies or contemporary ? Continue reading
Posted Mar 3, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Illness
Every person, at some time in our lives, will face a serious illness whether it is our own or a loved one or a friend. Illness is a part of being human. Some people live their whole lives in physical... Continue reading
Posted Mar 2, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Question of the Day
(Q) What is one issue that currently faces the nation that you feel needs to be addressed as soon as possible ? Please elaborate Continue reading
Posted Mar 1, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Joke of the Day
(Q) Why did Little Mo Ron throw the clock out of the window ? (A) To see time fly. Continue reading
Posted Feb 29, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Games
When I was young, I played football and Basebal in school. I loved those sports. Now I watch them and if I play games I play board games like Chess, Backgammon and Go. They keep the mind sharp. Exercizing one's... Continue reading
Posted Feb 23, 2012 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Question of the Day
I'm not much of a sweets person. What's your favorite dessert? Continue reading
Posted Nov 28, 2011 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Picture of the Day
Posted Nov 28, 2011 at Shadow of Diogenes
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Question of the Day
Cold weather or hot? Which do you prefer and why? Continue reading
Posted Nov 26, 2011 at Shadow of Diogenes
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