July 2024
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The Weimar Republic VS Contemporary America
The Weimar Republic, which existed in Germany from 1919 to 1933, shares several similarities with contemporary America, though the contexts and outcomes differ. Here are some parallels that can be…
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What I want in a new Ricoh
Overall, the Ricoh is perfect in my opinion. Nothing really needs to change, be added, or removed, but just my thoughts-
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The Light Within
In a tribe, we uniteThroughout the day and the nightWe find the meaning in the sandDraw the line and grab her hand Each member has a role to playAnd everyone…
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Just prune it
In a world with unlimited distractions, the goal should be to spend more time pruning them from your life.
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Chasing shadows
Modern men are like pigs, crawling around the mud, chasing a carrot dangling from a stick that they will never reach. It will inevitably lead them to a bottomless pit,…
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Philadelphia is modern day Athens
Viewing Philadelphia as a modern-day Athens can be supported by highlighting several parallels between the two cities. Here are some key points to consider: By drawing these parallels, Philadelphia can…
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The fall of Athens to the Spartans
The fall of Athens to the Spartans in 404 BCE marked the end of the Peloponnesian War, a protracted and destructive conflict between the Athenian Empire and the Peloponnesian League…
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Live Like a Homeless Person
Yesterday, while listening to the Wanamaker Organ, I was lying back, lounging underneath the eagle statue. I love just kicking back and enjoying this place to relax while listening to…
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Diogenes of Sinope
Diogenes of Sinope (c. 412 or 404 – 323 BCE) was a Greek philosopher and one of the most famous figures in the school of Cynicism. He is best known…
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GAY SPARTAN
Our physical bodies are our greatest assets. We are bipedal beings with two legs, two arms, and a spine that allows us to stand upright. We are designed to be…
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JUST DO IT
He who walks the most shall win Rogue Plate Carrier – 40 LbsVibram Men’s FiveFingers El-X Knit Shoe Wearing a 40-pound plate carrier from Rogue for one hour every morning…
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I Am the Lighthouse Keeper
The other day, in the morning, I was doing some yoga, just some simple stretches in the sunlight, to start my day. Another guy saw me, and when I approached…
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Octavius V. Catto
Octavius Valentine Catto (1839-1871) was a prominent African American civil rights activist, educator, and intellectual in Philadelphia during the 19th century. Here are some key points about his life and…
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“The Will to Power” by Friedrich Nietzsche
Overview and Structure: “The Will to Power” is a posthumously published collection of Friedrich Nietzsche’s notes, compiled by his sister Elisabeth Förster-Nietzsche. It offers insight into Nietzsche’s philosophical thinking, presenting themes…
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Excelsior
“Excelsior” is a Latin word meaning “ever upward” or “still higher.” It is often used to convey a sense of striving for excellence or aiming to achieve greater heights. The…























