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Where I’m From
My version of the George Ella Lyon poem of the same title: I am from black-and-white television.From Swanson’s and Kellogg’s and Coca-Cola.I am from the ranch dressing of homes, with a back yard littered by dog poop, where I could snatch my own thoughts out of warm air.I am from the cocoa bean, bitter but … Continue reading Where I’m From
Creative Update
I have not abandoned this blog. My creative endeavors are dominated by my efforts to complete a novel, “Confessions of a Lapsed Altar Boy.”
Jesus’ To-Do List for Easter
Select cherubim and seraphim to perform full pedicure and manicure for the Blessed Virgin Mary, because your mother expects to be treated like royalty even when the day is supposed to be all about you.
UPDATED: Notes on the Trump Mob
Updated thoughts and images shared on the first anniversary of the failed January 6th insurrection in Washington DC.
The Argentinian Restaurant
For the past 35 years, Bernadette, Natalie, and Nathan met in the Argentinian restaurant for lunch on an anniversary...until a tragedy ruptures their friendship.
Jesus’ New Year’s Resolutions for 2022
Each year, Mom and Dad get after You to make resolutions to improve Yourself. Here are Your own thoughts on self-improvement for the Son of God in 2022.
Christmas in the Room
Song by Sufjan Stevens. Performed by Third Ed Novak
Edward A. Novak, Jr. 1931-2021
Passed away on December 6, 2021, Edward Andrew Novak, Jr. of Sterling, Va., retired physician, naval officer and Kiwanian, devoted father of Edward A. Novak III, of Greenbelt, Md.; and cherished grandfather of Anna H. Novak of Lower Allen Township, Pa., and Katharine N.N. Allgood of Susquehanna Township, Pa.
Top 100 Issues That Keep Me Awake at Night
What issues or fears keep you up at night? Here's my list, limited to the top 100...
Third Ed Novak 