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She Let Me…
In “She Let Me,” a poem written by Jason C. Owen on August12,2025, he captures a moment of profound intimate connection between two people, focusing on unspoken communication and mutual understanding. The speaker describes the encounter with a sense of reverence and tenderness, portraying the other person as sacred and deeply known. Through vivid imagery…
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Cheeper to keep her?
In “Cheaper to Keep Her?” dated August10,2025, Jason C. Owen explores the dynamics of relationships, particularly those where couples seem to stay together despite constant conflict. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing one’s partner, placing them above all else except God. Contrary to his expectations, he notes that divorce rates have actually decreased over time,…
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The Afterlife the Room Without Windows
In “The Afterlife: The Room Without Windows,” dated August9,2025, Jason C. Owen presents a contemplative vision of the afterlife. Departing from traditional imagery of heavenly skies and angelic presence, the poem describes the afterlife as a timeless, enclosed space devoid of light and wings. It is a place where past regrets and unfulfilled prayers linger…
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Recipes from the 1880s:
In “Recipes from the1880s,” dated August 6,2025, Jason C. Owen delves into the culinary practices of the1880s, highlighting dishes that exemplify the era’s resourcefulness and creativity. The featured recipes include calf’s foot jelly, mock turtle soup, jellied eels, and boiled sheep’s head, each utilizing various animal parts and available ingredients. These historical dishes reflect a…
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🦆 March into the Marsh: A Duck Hunter’s Dawn
In “March into the Marsh: A Duck Hunter’s Dawn,” dated August5,2025, Jason C. Owen captures the early morning ritual of a duck hunter preparing for a day in the marsh. The journey begins at3:30 a.m., enveloped in darkness and silence, with only a headlamp to pierce through the mist and guide the way. The hunter…
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🤫 You Are the 🤫
In “You Are the,” dated August4,2025, Jason C. Owen explores the profound and unspoken dimensions of love that transcend language and memory. The poem describes an unnamed presence as a comforting pause and a gentle force that arrives unexpectedly, illuminating moments of sorrow and silence. This presence is depicted as a love that doesn’t need…
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🤠 Respect your elders.
In “Respect your elders,” dated August3,2025, the author expresses the joy found in listening to the stories of elders. These narratives, rich with vivid memories of past times, offer truths absent from textbooks. The author appreciates the insights into how life, food, and values have changed over time, often not for the better. This reflection…
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🦱Riddle of Shame: A Persuasive Exploration
In “Riddle of Shame: A Persuasive Exploration,” the author delves into the complex emotion of shame, exploring its role as a societal regulator that influences human behavior. The essay examines how shame, historically used as a tool for social control, coerces individuals to conform to accepted norms. Through examples such as Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “The Scarlet…
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💀 The legal killer
In “The Legal Killer,” dated August1,2025, Jason C. Owen addresses the tragic impact of prescription drug overdoses in recent years. The article highlights the staggering number of total overdose deaths from2022 to2024, totaling approximately303,000, with a notable decrease in2024. The piece delves into the complexities of distinguishing prescription drug-specific deaths, particularly those involving opioids. Citing…
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Death; the Truth
In “Death; the Truth,” Jason C Owen delves into the profound impact that confronting mortality has on our perception of life and priorities. Death, whether literal or metaphorical, serves as a stark reminder of life’s impermanence, forcing us to confront truths we often avoid in our daily existence.Owen eloquently articulates how death strips away the…