My stepfather laces his fingers together. And stares at the ceiling as if waiting for. The faded carved initials, military symbols, and dates to heal. Revealing tender cherry wood that crowns the Eagle pub. Revealing the American servicemen of World War II. Revealing my stepfather as a young student of Queens College before years of work, wives, and children. I drown in my house cider,.

A Few of my Favorites. The last one is for Melanie. Give This Man a Fucking Medal.

Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Call when you need of me. Ask what you will of me.

8220;I pay the dues; you keep the difference. 8220;I had finally met the wrong person and he was I. Below, in no particular order, are the responses. Thanks to all who participated and helped this week! Free speech isthe constitutional right to hold an unpopular opinion.