The Spooky World of Chris Ringler
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About eight years ago my wife and I fell in love. Not with each other, that had already happened, but with this big fella. He was a rescue husky that we fell in love with at first sight. His name was Ranger and we didn't want to make it too hard for him to learn… Continue reading We Need Your Help
The post reflects on a decade of experiences related to the Flint Water Crisis and its lasting impact. It emphasizes personal memories and the enduring legacy of the crisis. The theme is contributed by Ross Grimson, highlighting the importance of remembrance and acknowledgment of the ongoing struggles faced by the community.
Before my daughter was born it occurred to me to create audio recordings for when she was older. It was during the lockdown of Covid and I liked the idea of capturing thoughts and family history. I got an external hard drive to put all of these on as well as photos and any videos… Continue reading Memorialize
The post discusses the decline of journalism and the associated concerns surrounding this issue. It highlights the implications of diminishing journalistic integrity and the potential consequences for society. The author shares insights on how this trend poses a threat to informed public discourse and democracy.
It’s weird, isn’t it, when people drop their hands to their hips and then lecture you on something you love and how you need to ‘grow up’ and let it go. Funny because the first thing I have to do is cock my head and say - OH? And what makes you the person to… Continue reading Growing Out of It
There are few questions in life that are as important and impactful as the question of what happens when we die. People spend theie whole lives in quest of that great truth never coming close to an answer they find suitable. Too many lose sight of their own lives in pursuit of an answer as… Continue reading AFTER DEATH – documentary review
The content discusses the author's personal relationship with movies, exploring the emotional and cultural connections they have with the film medium. The theme reflects an introspective look at how movies influence and resonate with the author's life experiences. The theme is credited to Ross Grimson.
It takes a special sort of insanity to head for the bathroom and the bedroom of America while the world warms, children die hungry, and the populace becomes more and more divided into have and have nots. It’s a special sort of madness to shrug as a sovereign nation is invaded by a bloodthirsty dictator… Continue reading So, The Only Way Forward Is Back, I Guess
This is a fun time of year for cynics. For folks like me, we get to frown and gnash our teeth at all of the entertainment we love that is not recognized with awards. The movies, the music, the books, and everything else. We insist it isn't fair, we decry a system that's against the… Continue reading Broaden Your Horizon
There is a particular sort of awfulness to how we let bureaucracy kill one another. We watch as our brothers and sisters are hung up by red tape and left to hang for all to see. We watch as they drown beneath manufactured debt - property taxes on homes and land they own. We evict… Continue reading By the Book
We all struggle over the idea of what success means. Do we define it, do we allow others to define it for us? Do we judge ourselves against social media influencers who show a curated view of their lives or against our friends and foes alike to see if we feel better or worse about… Continue reading What is Success?
I learned a creepy term over the holidays - gun influencers. Worse, there are KID gun influencers. These are folks that like to shoot and show off weapons on the socials. While I have real issue with people doing that - it’s akin to watching people race or drive fast cars that I’ll never own… Continue reading Cultured
The post explores the themes of magic and the holidays, emphasizing their impactful nature. It discusses how both elements intertwine, creating a sense of wonder and celebration. The concept of power within this context is highlighted, illustrating the significance of these elements in fostering joy and connection. Theme by Ross Grimson.
The Spooky World of Chris Ringler 