I think it’s safe to say that this past year has been far from normal for any of us. My own experience has been particularly surreal as I had already decided to embark on a major life change at the beginning of the year, just before the entire world seemed to turn completely upside down. […]
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As a child growing up in the United States, I was thoroughly indoctrinated with the requisite degree of reverence for our great nation. Hand over heart, I recited the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag every day in elementary school. We sang the national anthem. We lit fireworks on the 4th of July. We were […]
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With season 7 of Game of Thrones now wrapped up, I decided to manage my post-season withdrawal by marrying my passion for geography with my passion for the show. Author George R.R. Martin has created a vast and very detailed imaginary world in which all of the action of Game of Thrones takes place. Knowledge […]
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Rich in history, culture, and education, North Carolina’s 3rd largest city is home to about 280,000 residents according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2013 population estimates. Along with sister city Winston-Salem and furniture capital High Point, Greensboro anchors North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region, lying between the Appalachian Mountains and the Atlantic Coastal Plain (the term […]
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America’s political capital and the seat of the United States government, Washington is a unique city that combines global amenities with a hint of small town charm. While the Federal government’s presence dominates the local economy, the District of Columbia (the area’s formal name – DC for short) has plenty of local flavor of its […]
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Australia’s second largest city and the capital of the state of Victoria, Melbourne ranks among the world’s most livable cities. Rich in entertainment and cultural amenities, this global metropolis is sure to provide you with a memorable experience. Be prepared for sticker shock, though, as Melbourne also ranks among the world’s most expensive cities. […]
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Germany’s capital and largest city has emerged from its war-torn past to become an increasingly popular tourist destination. Its diverse and cosmopolitan population, wide range of cultural amenities, and surprising affordability have made it the third most-visited city in Europe. In this, the first of a series of Musaeum destination profiles, I will provide a […]
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Welcome to my blog! Thanks for stopping by. Here you will find the rantings and ravings of a middle-aged single man on subjects that are near and dear to my heart - mainly philosophy, geography, and music. I hope you find something worthwhile. Just click on one of the topics above or a featured post below to get started. Enjoy your visit!
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The Perils of Hyper-Patriotism
As a child growing up in the United States, I was thoroughly indoctrinated with the requisite degree of reverence for our great nation. Hand over heart, I recited the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag every day in elementary school. We sang the national anthem. We lit fireworks on the 4th of July. We were […]
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On Race, Gender, and the Freedom to Choose
SOCIETY AS A MUTABLE SOCIAL CONTRACT Human society is, in large part, a complex set (including numerous subsets) of socially negotiated restrictions on individual liberty, designed mainly to facilitate collective action. It is the reason why none of us enjoy complete freedom. It is also the reason for the existence of marvelous complex human endeavors […]
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DJ D-Skillz’s Philosophy of the Art of DJing
INTRODUCTION Everybody loves the DJ. He’s the man with all the tunes, and he’s playing your favorite song. He’s in control. He’s a trendsetter. He’s also a big tech nerd, a hoarder, and probably an introvert. He’s the first one at the party and the last one to leave. This essay takes you inside the […]
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