Michael T. Starks

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  • Weak

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    After setting an intention to become STRONGER this year, I feel ridiculously weak. I’m starting 2025 with a cold that’s sapping away my energy and strength. It’s not a bad cold. I’m just a bit congested and tired. I’m grateful that Karilyn, Mikayla, and I were all fairly healthy in 2024. I’m sure I’ll feel…

  • Snow in Broomfield

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    We did not have a white Christmas. The skies have mostly been clear, despite being cold outside. Last night, I stepped out to see if I could see the Northern Lights. I thought this might be possible due to a solar storm mentioned online. No such luck! This morning, there is a very light dusting…

  • Expectations

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    One of my favorite books is Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. I love the tension between our dreams for the future and the realities we face today. That said, I sometimes get myself in trouble with my expectations. While I can be fairly flexible, I often expect things to go a certain way. And sometimes,…

  • Project WHY’s

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    I love working on creative projects. I especially enjoy working with other talented individuals on creative projects. Most of my recent projects have not involved others. Because the creative energy of a group inspires me, I sometimes struggle to complete projects I’m doing alone. If I’m to believe Simon Sinek, I run out of steam…

  • Three Rooms

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    I live in a nice house with my wife and daughter, Karilyn and Mikayla. We spend a lot of time together in the kitchen and living area. We also spend time apart. Sometimes, Mikayla wants to eat, do artwork, wash laundry, or care for her baby doll without any interference from Karilyn or me. During…

  • Nosferatu

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    Last night, I watched my first Robert Eggers movie, Nosferatu. From a technical point of view, the movie is impressive. The cinematography is stunning, and the top-notch acting serves the story. It’s just that I find the story of Dracula more compelling than the story of Nosferatu. Comparisons with Bram Stoker’s Dracula are inevitable. I…

  • Oligarchy or Democracy

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    I just watched the following video by Robert Reich. While it doesn’t feature any new ideas, it provides a useful context for understanding current issues in the United States of America. “We must make our choice. We may have democracy, or we may have wealth concentrated in the hands of a few, but we cannot…

  • Nostalgia

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    As I get older, I like to reflect on what’s been important in my life. It’s a long list. I probably don’t share enough of the stories that have made me who I am. While we are always changing, we can’t ignore the impact of our earlier selves. As a kid, I was afraid of…

  • Happy Holidays!

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    I love having some time off for the holidays. I love seeing friends and family. I love thinking about the new year. As 2024 winds down, I want to wish you much happiness. Please enjoy the following! Happy Holidays!

  • Year End Reflections

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    The end of a calendar year is often a time of reflection for me. I like to look back and consider how the year went. Did I accomplish any of the things I set out to do? Yes, I did. I tracked my important activities daily! And I managed to make blogging a habit. Did…