Brandon’s Blog
— Musings, Magicalness and Music
Having Done All…Stand
Having Done All...Stand Stand For What? (This content first appeared as a Bublish book bubble.) There comes a time in our life, whether we want it or not, when we're faced with a choice. We can attempt retreat. We can try to step aside. We can plead for...
The Immense Value of Trust
The Immense Value of Trust Trust Is Virtuous? (This content first appeared as a Bublish book bubble.) Because of our post-everything age, where it's almost seen as a virtue to be distrustful, the value of trust is devalued. Which, frankly, no one can afford to...
Family of Origin
Family of Origin Family Unrest (This content first appeared as a Bublish book bubble.) Because of the massive unrest and unharnessed rage we see these days, it's very, very easy to find offense...or bring it. But the thing is, how many positive outcomes can you...
The Complexity of Rage
The Complexity of Rage Rage is Complex? (This content first appeared as a Bublish book bubble.) Recently, we've witnessed many acts of rage. Some intended to bring positive change, while others are acts of flaming anarchy. You might be surprised to learn--if you...
The Epic Quest
The Epic Quest Hidden...Under (This content first appeared as a Bublish book bubble.) When, as a teenager, I was handed the first volume of Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, I did not expect to finish all three novels in as many days. Bloodshot Eyes As you might...
Rage’s Trigger
Rage's Trigger Rage Against the Machine? (This content first appeared as a Bublish book bubble.) We see in the world now an upside down view of bullying. Dystopia Enters Where bullying was denounced not many years ago, it is now celebrated as worthy of praise,...
Lingering Fears
Lingering Fears Fears Are What? (This content first appeared as a Bublish book bubble.) As a kid, my favorite fantasy authors, Tolkien and Lewis, made it difficult to relax. Because especially when you thought a crisis had been averted, it was actually replaced...
Secret Mission
Secret Mission NaNoWriMo! (This content first appeared as a Bublish book bubble.) Throughout All His Wrath, Danielle and those that love her, are hunting for answers, even as they are being hunted. Early in the story, this scene reveals just how desperate their...
In the Valley of the Shadow
In the Valley of Shadow Dark Shadow (This content first appeared as a Bublish book bubble.) In times of unspeakable stress and danger, even while a part of you wants desperately to come unhinged from breathless fear, it is imperative to keep your wits about you....