He was often left to ponder, during dull moments, his course in life. Like some sentient ship he knew the formidability of the direction he was on, his efforts to get there, etc. As is often the case with people who are successful beyond their understanding he felt guided like a ship by a captain. … Continue reading Like Leaving A Cocktail Party (Short Story)
A few days after Father’s Day I was feeling pretty down. I had gone the week before to a friend’s cottage. We’d been drinking a lot one night and she looked over at me and another friend – it was a Sunday I believe – and asked if we’d want to go tomorrow. Shrugs all … Continue reading That Was The Fish Account
My next post is a short story that I wrote earlier this summer, just found out today it didn't get accepted at the place I submitted it so why not publish it here? It's a longer read than what's usual here, but nothing crazy. It's about a guy trying to find some happiness in life. … Continue reading A Story For Y’all
Now that I am in my final year at Queen's, I have entered into an endless cycle of self-reflection. It's probably borne of the fact that I feel so utterly different from when I first came here. The most obvious example of which is that I though I wanted to be a radiologist entering school … Continue reading Five Year Plans
I just got back from New York City yesterday. It lived up to everything I've ever heard about it. By far the most beautiful city in the world (I've been to), and I could spend the next sixty years of my life there without a doubt. Which is weird for me. Until recently, I'd honestly … Continue reading New York City
As I sit in my home sipping a coffee, reading The Big Sleep, I wonder what people won't endure for the sake of life and liberty. Outside my home it is -21°C. Thankfully, weather is about the worst thing in my life. But, there is something especially malevolent about air being so cold it burns … Continue reading Winter Brrrzz
It's nice to be able to see the CN Tower when I go for a walk. I forgot how much I missed it. Last night as I was driving home, I passed the CN Tower lit green and red. It's great to be home. -Clay
