Over the years, my hobbies have ranged from building models to riding motorcycles and diving into genealogy. Each has brought me joy in different ways—crafting, adventure, and uncovering family stories. While some have faded, my passion for discovery and creation remains as strong as ever.
Writing
Reflections In The Snow: A Journey Down Winter’s Memory Lane
Snowy hills, frozen lakes, and a thrilling snowmobile ride define my favorite winter memories.
DIY Evidence Kits: Solution Or Risk In Sexual Assault Cases?
I’ve been thinking about the DIY rape kits by Leda Health and the challenges survivors face with evidence collection. While states push back, the real issue is the lack of trained professionals. On the writing front, ‘Ghost’ is progressing well.
The Moral and Legal Failures of the Death Penalty
Five states executed prisoners last week, including the 1600th person since 1976. While the crimes were horrific, the question remains: should society decide who deserves to die? With wrongful convictions, uneven sentencing, and flawed science, the death penalty raises serious concerns about fairness, morality, and the risk of killing innocent people.
Epiphanies: Revisiting Old Ideas with New Insights
I had a political epiphany this week about secession and the U.S. Civil War. I had an authorial epiphany about where and how I write.