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Everyone is tired. Weekly Recap 6/15/2026

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Here comes the sun? Weekly Recap 6/8/2026

It’s hard (but not impossible) to be in a bad mood when someone is singing about the sun coming out. And who better to do that than The Beatles? Here comes the sun, doo-doo-doHere comes the sunAnd I say, “It’s all right” Similarly… The sun is up, the sky is blueIt’s beautiful and so are you Those are lyrics from Here Comes the Sun and Dear Prudence… in case you didn’t recognize them. Daily…

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They promised us flying cars, right? Weekly Recap 6/1/2026

Just a little silliness for you this morning. Here is a picture of the Convair Model 118 prototype. Yeah… I’m not sure if those are going to catch on… Daily writing promptWhat’s something you’d love to see in the future, but know you probably won’t live to witness?View all responses Good morning and happy Monday, friends. Oh my gods, is it June? So it is. New things: Book Review: Crow’s…

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Questioning reality is healthy... Weekly Recap 5/25/2026

If you don’t make a frequent habit of questioning your own reality, then honestly… what are you doing with yourself? Dreams, visions, meditations, spiritual reflections… these can all shake up our perception or even blur the lines of what’s real, but I think the most poignant moments for me center around deja vu. And I don’t mean your average, run-of-the-mill, “oh-this-seems-vaguely-familiar”…

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Amber Rae, Conservation Art, and the Floridian Mythos – Ep. 2

Amber Rae is a born-and-raised Floridian artist who is passionate about conservation, science, and spirituality. She’s written and illustrated children’s books, but has recently been turning her love of the swamp into divination decks—one of which features a unique, collaborative approach. In this conversation, we explore her Floridian Mythos Oracle, talk about how I can’t draw, and discuss some…

Amber Rae, Conservation Art, and the Floridian Mythos – Ep. 2

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I am Jack's complete lack of surprise... Weekly Recap 5/18/2026

I’m sure I have a somewhat typical answer to this question, but if I could watch any movie over again for the first time, it would probably be Fight Club. I watched it as a kid—probably younger than I really should have. The ending took me by complete surprise… in fact, I don’t think I really understood what had happened the first time through. I’ve seen it dozens of times now and even read the…

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New information is almost always motivating... Weekly Recap 5/11/2026

The beauty about learning new things is that a small amount of fresh information is almost always interesting. Maybe that information is about the Gimli Glider or the Glasgow Ice Cream Wars—it doesn’t matter… it can be anything. I’ll bet you click on at least one of those links to find out what they are. I’ll also bet you find it interesting for about 30 seconds. That’s why it’s so easy to fall…

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Three fads from yesteryear... Weekly Recap 5/4/2026

Why is childhood marked with fads? Maybe it’s a new game, a clothing style, or a collectible item—something catches the attention of kids (perhaps a few adults, too) and they all become obsessed with it. Labubu… Pop-Its… Funko Pops… fidget toys of all kinds… I can now safely say I’ve been immune. And at this point, the only reaction they get from me is a slow blink or a raised eyebrow. I…

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A Year in Review: 2025 - 2026

It happens every year—both my website and I turn one year older. I know what you’re thinking… something like, “Aerik, of course that happens. Aging naturally occurs for all things. It’s just how time works.” But you’re missing a key detail: both of these “birthdays” happen in the same month: April! Also, time is a construct. While I just turn some insignificant number, my blog turns 3! Please…

A Year in Review: 2025 - 2026

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It's easier to fool people... Weekly Recap 4/27/2026

Someone once said: “It’s easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled.” The quote is usually attributed to Mark Twain, though there’s no real evidence to support that. Despite not knowing for sure where it came from, it’s still a great quote. Now, it’s certainly not something I “live my life by,” but it has been on my mind a lot recently. You know, due to the state of…

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Be kind, please unwind... Weekly Recap 4/20/2026

Does anyone remember renting movies? No, no… I don’t mean “renting” a temporary streaming copy. I’m talking about physical movies. And not DVD’s or Blu-rays. Like… a VHS tape. Tapes had to be rewound before you could watch them again. You were supposed to rewind your rented videos before returning them to the rental company. And if you didn’t, they probably charged you a fee. Anyway, some…

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If you missed the start of Season 4 a couple of weeks ago, now's your chance to get caught up with these written highlights of my chat with Kirk White.

Kirk White, Golden Dawn Healing, and Pagan Politics - Ep. 1

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Positive encounters are rare... Weekly Recap 4/13/2026

Whenever we travel to a new place, I’m always surprised by the kindness of others. Well, okay… I don’t necessarily mean “kindness.” I mostly just mean that I’m surprised when people will greet you, acknowledge your existence, or do something other than immediately pass judgment upon you. That’s probably because I’ve spent the majority of my life living in two of the rudest areas of the entire…

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And the winner is... Weekly Recap 4/6/2026

Cats are obviously the best pet. When you win the affection of a cat, you have become a god. I’m not really sure what qualifies as the worst type of pet because I have an obnoxious adoration of all animals. If we look at it purely in terms of interactions, however, then fish are probably the strangest. Our environments are just too different. I’ve never seen a goldfish nuzzle anyone. Have…

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Writing a Book is Basically Alchemy

If you’ve spent any time studying alchemy, then you probably already know this—but it’s not just about turning lead into gold. For many of us, myself included, alchemy is a profound metaphor for personal transformation. But when you really get down into the “Great Work,” you’ll find there’s two main branches that offer rather different perspectives on the Art: Personal Alchemy and Laboratory…

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I'm back in a coffee phase... Weekly Recap 3/30/2026

This has been a very tired year so far. I’ve shifted back to drinking coffee. In fact, the first hour of each day requires coffee. And often the 10th hour. And sometimes even the 12th hour. Other than that, I just open up my laptop and write. Like what I’m doing right now. Daily writing promptWhat are your morning rituals? What does the first hour of your day look like?View all responses Good…

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I like the heat... Weekly Recap 3/23/2026

I’m the kind of guy that likes getting into a hot car during the summer. I like hot showers. I like saunas. I like hot tubs. And I like hot, sunny days at the beach. So all this weirdness that we’re having right now in Florida—where its hanging out in the 60s or low 70s—that’s not my jam, man. Hand me my jacket. Daily writing promptWhat is your favorite type of weather?View all…

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