This is not an original story written my me. This is a re-written version of an old parable scribed by American Indian elders many centuries ago. Versions of this parable has been shared and passed down from generation to generation from many different cultures around the world. Some versions have a tiger and a mongoose, others have a cat and... Continue Reading →
Dinosaurs (Especially T-Rex) Are A-holes
I waited until the crowds cleared to see Jurassic World in theaters. I have never been a fan of the series. In fact, each Jurassic sequel sucks more than the one before it. Much like the Friday The 13th series but way less machete killer like. There were many thoughts going through my head while... Continue Reading →
Pray For Charleston
I have no idea what to say in regards to the Charleston Shooting. Words cannot describe how i feel about the shootings. I just have no idea what to say. 8 people lost their lives in the name of racism. With Rachel Dolezal and now the Charleston Shooting, most anything that comes out of my... Continue Reading →
A Bit of Prose-The Working Man’s Lament
The albatross that hangs around my neck is slowly dragging me down into the darkened abyss. The albatross that hangs around my neck forced to become a willing slave to the adornment of the albatross. I want to wear it. I have to wear it. I have no choice but to wear this albatross hanging around... Continue Reading →
Ex-Machina: Ava’s Lament
I saw the amazing movie Ex Machina over the weekend. This is fan fiction. The following is based on the final moments of the movie before the final power surge. This piece is written in the voice of Ava...the female lead. we are human. we are pain and sadness and love and hate and acceptance and rejection. we hurt... Continue Reading →
Mea Culpa part one
Hello dear reader! Thank you for following The Razor's Edge blog. I really appreciate you taking time out of your day to read my ramblings. I haven't been writing/blogging in a while. To be honest...I don't have a lot to say. I know...this is perplexing and mind-boggling to those who know me best, but it's... Continue Reading →
Don’t Call Me A Writer part 1
I am not a writer. Don't call me a writer. Stop calling me a writer. Being called a writer notes a matter of distinction. You earn the title of a writer. I haven’t earned that title yet. I am no more a writer than Jack Kevorkian was a reputable doctor. Calling me a writer is... Continue Reading →
#LikeAGirl
Like A Girl I saw the Always #LikeAGirl commercial a few minutes ago that aired last night during the Super Bowl. I was moved to tears. There are a lot of things that I’ve said in my life and regretted later. There are a lot of things I have done in my life and regretted... Continue Reading →
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
A great man once walked the Earth. His name was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King urged for non-violent protest and civil disobedience in the face of tyranny. Dr. King demanded equality for all peoples, regardless of race, religion, gender, or creed. And, most importantly, Dr. King preached love. Love for our enemies. Love... Continue Reading →
The Interview
I saw the much hyped movie “The Interview” over the weekend. There was one minor plot point form the movie that stood out for me. The overlying social commentary throughout the movie about the dark side of the media. The 4th Estate has always been a weird grab bag of blood, guts, sex, lies, and... Continue Reading →