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Thursday, June 22, 2017

Unexpected Consequences

The Pern ship slipped into orbit around the large, heavy gravity world. The planet was not on any known star chart, and was a smooth blue and green sphere. It was unmarred by any mountains or even hills, due to its extreme gravity. At the helm of the spacecraft was Prell, the Captain. Like all Pern... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, June 19, 2017

My Journey to Grumpiness

I have to admit I've been a little grumpy lately. Who wouldn't be with the state of the economy, crime in the streets, rising taxes, the continuously escalating price of gasoline, and that rotten little Peterson boy, who uses my flower bed as a short-cut to the school bus stop. I guess I should... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, June 16, 2017

Captain, We've Got No Power

A few months ago, I was reminded of an iconic television series from the 1960's called "Star Trek." Due to a devastating winter storm, the northeastern United States suffered massive power outages. Millions of homes and businesses were left without electricity for up to a week. I was lucky enough to... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

The Other Dark

It's been nearly two weeks since my life as I've known it, changed forever. As I sit here writing, I now realize this will be my last journal entry. Sunset is only a few short hours away, and I've made my decision. I know it is the only way I will finally find peace. Before I continue, I think I... Sign in to see full entry.

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