Yeah, you. My reader. It's been more than 7 years, 2 domains and a divorce since DelSo was born. Over the years I've shared a lot of my life and self here, in print. You, as a reader, have come to know me on some level from my words. What makes you return here (assuming … Continue reading Who are you?
Tag: musings
Is this what you voted for?
I don't understand the appeal of Donald Trump, but I have to respect the fact that 63 million Americans voted for him. Of course, according to Pew Research, that's about 2.8 million less than Clinton won, but whatever. It's done. My question, and I'll reiterate - is this what you voted for? Did you vote … Continue reading Is this what you voted for?
Gimme Some Truth
I don’t like being lied to. I mean, really who does? Whether it’s alternative facts, lies of omission, intentional deception, falsehoods or white lies being fed untruths makes me sick to my stomach. In light of what is happening in our country right now, it seems appropriate to drop these (edited to minimize redundancy) lyrics … Continue reading Gimme Some Truth
The urge to purge
Confession: I have too much stuff, particularly clothing. These days when I look at the two-sided garment rack which is stationed outside of the closet large enough for me to step inside of, I feel weighed down and vaguely embarrassed. It's too much. I’ve defended my consumerism with numerous excuses - I lost weight and … Continue reading The urge to purge
Superman never made any money
Let me preface this by saying I do not consider myself to be a superhero in any fashion. Actually, that's kind of the image I'm trying to dispel here. After receiving a couple of really nice compliments recently, I feel I need to lay a couple of things out because I wouldn't want anyone to … Continue reading Superman never made any money
Remember the children
Four years ago, as I sat in the humid warmth of an indoor water park while my children played, 20 children were murdered within the confines of their elementary school. As I read the story online, a bone chilling horror entered my body and lodged in my head. I considered that it could have been … Continue reading Remember the children
5 questions for Election Day
It has been a particularly unpleasant and long campaign season and I'm looking forward to it being over so I can just enjoy the grace and dignity of the Obama family for a few more months. But, first some questions. Why do elections bring out the worst instead of the best? How is my vote … Continue reading 5 questions for Election Day
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