Author Archives: NerdyLenses

Sometimes, Pain Moves Us Onward

Posted on 7 March 2022 by NerdyLenses

I must admit, I’m a pretty classic human; I don’t like pain, and I prefer comfort. But over the last few years, it’s become clearer and clearer to me that I need to flip that around, and learn to not … Continue reading →

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An Apology…

Posted on 23 February 2022 by NerdyLenses

Wednesdays are short-post days, if I have something to post. Well, today, the short-post is an apology. Due to illness and life being extra-busy, I have not been posting with regularity. Consequently, I apologize for my slackness in not having … Continue reading →

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Reality & the Struggle of Emotions vs Truth

Posted on 7 February 2022 by NerdyLenses

My life is no picnic, but there is food! Ha ha ha! I’m sure many of us could relate to that sentiment. We live lives that are punctuated by pains and challenges that leave us pained or aching. We find … Continue reading →

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Fatherhood…Is It Worth It?

Posted on 17 January 2022 by NerdyLenses

A friend recently asked me this question, and honestly, I’d never thought about it. My default response was always, “Of course!” But he knows much of my story and was wanting a more considered response. “With all you’ve had to … Continue reading →

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Loving While It Hurts

Posted on 10 January 2022 by NerdyLenses

Hollywood lied to me! That’s likely no surprise to anyone! However, it is a regular event for me to realize that I bought some Hollywood lie! And it’s annoying to find I did so! In this case, I bought the … Continue reading →

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Sentiment, Nostalgia…and Grief

Posted on 3 January 2022 by NerdyLenses

If I may process some thoughts aloud… What is it that causes us to cling to our pasts? It even seems that the worst of pasts is still clung to in the high points, perhaps a unique Christmas or a … Continue reading →

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My Life Motto

Posted on 30 December 2021 by NerdyLenses

Recently, I’ve found a few folks have really benefited from this tidbit. Consequently, I’m posting it here for the benefit of those who might be reading here. In becoming a single-Dad, and since, I’ve found many times when I’m faced … Continue reading →

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Who Am I? The Lost Art of Character Building!

Posted on 27 December 2021 by NerdyLenses

(N.B.: After writing this, I realize it bears a similarity to this blog post from 7+ years ago (https://nerdylenses.com/2014/08/23/a-heartfelt-mind-meld-who-are-you/). However, I believes these to be two sides of the same coin. The below speaks more generally to one’s moral character … Continue reading →

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Discouraged by Challenges

Posted on 20 December 2021 by NerdyLenses

I’m told my Nana had a saying that went something like this, “Discouragement is an opportunity for His Encouragement!” Smart lady! In fact, having never met her, I can still say that my Nana was quite a smart lady due … Continue reading →

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5 Years Later…Still Sacrificing!

Posted on 13 December 2021 by NerdyLenses

It’s been nearly 5 years since I closed out the Heartfelt Mind-Meld. Truthfully, I didn’t feel like I had much more to share. When something did come to mind, it seemed to leave before I could get it down. And … Continue reading →

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