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The Human Condition

Rabbit holes, they abound in this digital age

By Tommy Druen Rabbit holes, they abound in this digital age, with depts that Lewis Carroll himself could not have fathomed. On restless nights when my insomnia grips me, I often venture into these interconnected tunnels that the internet offers, often questioning how in the world I made it to whatever is before me. During…

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Change is an eternal part of our world’s fabric

By Tommy Druen Change is an eternal part of our world’s fabric. Since the first time a stone was used as a tool, we’ve constantly sought progress, striving for greater heights with each passing day. That’s something we all understand and accept. However, amidst the ever-changing landscape, there are certain matters we expect to remain…

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Aging is an inevitable reality that we all must face

By Tommy Druen Aging is an inevitable reality that we all must face, and at 45 years old, it becomes more difficult to deny the signs. While my mind may still cling to middle school humor, my body firmly reminds me that those days are long gone. Even the slightest physical activity now leaves me…

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Over spring break, my family drove to Asheville, North Carolina

By Tommy Druen Over spring break, my family drove to Asheville, North Carolina for an extended weekend trip. Despite having visited the town several times, it always seems like a new place to me. Asheville has experienced a population growth of nearly 30% since 2000, but it’s not just that growth that has changed the…

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