Category Archives: Life

What I have been reading: Throne of the Crescent Moon (with bonus curmudgeon rant!)

Posted on February 5, 2023 by John Kevin Hickey

Let me start this book review/rant by saying that I am not a book critic. Normally I only review a book when I feel it is something that the reader might enjoy. I’ll discuss the strengths and weaknesses, and why … Continue reading →

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Instead of a New Year’s resolution, be SMART

Posted on January 2, 2023 by John Kevin Hickey

New Year, new you, right? Have you filled out your New Year’s resolution yet? Resolved to lose weight, travel more, or manage your money better have you? The problem with such vague resolutions is how do you know if and … Continue reading →

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Saying goodbye to a very dear friend

Posted on April 2, 2022 by John Kevin Hickey

When the fourteen years which Nature permitsAre closing in asthma, or tumour, or fits,And the vet’s unspoken prescription runsTo lethal chambers or loaded guns,Then you will find—it’s your own affair—But… you’ve given your heart to a dog to tear. The … Continue reading →

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