seanessay.com The Peanuts cartoons had an arc where Peppermint Patty (struggles in school) is trying to teach Monica (wears glasses and reads) how to “hang out” at the mall: Patty demonstrates leaning on the wall looking sleepy eyed. Monica doesn’t get it. Back when I was more uptight I shared a duplex—we chose the place […]
Stress Makes Me Stupid
seanessay.com I know one thing for sure: Stress makes me stupid… As I write this, it is past three a.m., “the hour of the wolf” and I can’t sleep. Here’s the thing: A few years ago, for a week or two, I found myself under great stress. Self imposed, really, but stress nonetheless. And when […]
About Me, in My Own World
Posting every five days, on the fives, all my essays will be up to 900 words. (some exceptions apply) Of course I am “proud to be a member of society.” Of course I realize “belonging and membership” is my responsibility, but I have seen things… Years ago I had the joy of being in a […]