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Energy + Mass = Death

The matter energy transporter. Classic sci-fi trope. But what does it really do?

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 10 minutes Read

In August of 2023, Martha and I took a trip to Canada and rode the Rocky Mountaineer through the Canadian Rockies. It was the trip of a lifetime. 20230802_095334_optimized_ 20230802_110631_optimized_ 20230803_212212_optimized_ 20230804_072013_optimized_ 20230804_073044_optimized_ 20230804_122411_optimized_ 20230804_123030_optimized_ 20230804_173320_optimized_ 20230804_183215_optimized_ 20230805_065410_optimized_ 20230805_070007_optimized_ 20230805_073740_optimized_ 20230805_094804_optimized_ 20230805_111340_optimized_ 20230805_114939_optimized_ 20230805_121836_optimized_ 20230805_124623_optimized_ 20230805_140806(0)_optimized_ 20230805_150418_optimized_ 20230805_173540_optimized_ 20230805_175906_optimized_ 20230805_192944_optimized_ 20230805_192948_optimized_ 20230807_100736_optimized_ 20230807_101051_optimized_ 20230807_111153_optimized_ 20230807_182214_optimized_ 20230808_123525_optimized_ 20230809_113919_optimized_ 20230809_114057_optimized_ 20230809_114958_optimized_ IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624 IMG_3624

Friday, August 25, 2023 | 1 minute Read

Time Travel

“The first thing you need to understand is that time travel isn’t possible. Every science fiction show ever has gotten that wrong.” The speaker pauses to let that sink in. Time travel was a frequent trope of science fiction shows, even in this modern age where the people of Earth could travel the stars in ships that traveled faster than the speed of light. It was a bold statement, considering the audience. More than 50 of the most brilliant minds in science gathered hastily from across the planet. Ever since a group of physicists and engineers had designed a real engine that could propel a ship at more than 10 times the speed of light, most of the scientific community was now convinced that time travel was also amongst the possible.

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Sunday, March 13, 2022 | 5 minutes Read

A visit to Rock Mill

There’s an old mill and covered bridge near my home in Ohio. Here’s a couple of pictures from a recent visit. DSC_0002 DSC_0038 DSC_0047 DSC_0060

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Saturday, October 17, 2020 | 1 minute Read

Time For Another Drink

Half-orc by ali-tunc on DeviantArt “You’re back,” comes her familiar voice. It wasn’t a surprise this time. In fact, even as he laid waste to his companions in his insane state, a small voice in the back of his head had pointed out that it was likely he was going to hear her voice again soon. He laid no blame on his companions. He was unable to control his actions. They did what they must when they had cut him down. And he was indeed glad that death had not taken to the sorcerer’s body. They would live. Indeed, it was probable they would be calling him back to service again soon. For now, though, he would enjoy his brief visit with her.

Thursday, March 12, 2020 | 25 minutes Read

Gethrun the Rogue

“What are you talking about, Tam?” Gethrun said. “It was a perfect lift. We’ve got nothing to worry about.” Tam ran one hand through the pile of coins and gems on the table. All told, the value was more than 25,000 gold pieces worth of treasure. A literal fortune to two simple thieves like themselves, it was more money than he could have put his hands on in three lifetimes on the streets of Neverwinter. But Tam knew that right now it represented something much bigger for the two of them: death.

Thursday, October 10, 2019 | 10 minutes Read

The Returned

Part 1 Alan walked back and forth through the shop. “Oh, yeah,” he said. “Absolutely amazing.” And they were amazing. His feet had never felt so comfortable. People talk about feeling like they were walking on air. That’s exactly how these felt. “Grin,” he said, returning to the counter where the gnome sat. “You were right. These are the best shoes I have ever worn. Worth every penny of that $600. I was wrong to doubt you.” He reached for his wallet as the gnome rang up the purchase.

Friday, September 6, 2019 | 17 minutes Read

Her

[Source: Ivandrei Pretorius, on Pexels](Ivandrei Pretorius, on Pexels) The popup on his screen told him that it was almost time. David closed the alert and turned his attention to the office window. When he had quit his job as a nameless drone in a big skyscraper to start his own firm, he had chosen this small storefront office because it was all he could afford. Now, he wouldn’t trade this space for a top-floor suite in the tallest tower in the city. And it was all because of her.

Tuesday, July 23, 2019 | 8 minutes Read

The Genie

“You’re kidding me, right?” Ben stared dumbfounded at the woman for a moment, then shook his head. “Look, lady, whatever gag you’re trying to pull, just move on, okay?” He sidestepped a couple of paces down the sidewalk, shifting the bags full of his purchases and the antique basket to his other hand. He then made a show of intently studying a display of flower planters in front of the thrift store. ‘Why did all the crazies seem to find him?’ he thought.

Saturday, June 8, 2019 | 15 minutes Read

The Chase

June, 1947 – Skies Over The American Southwest “They’re still out of range,” called Lt. Wright. “I can’t get a weapons lock!” Cmdr. Mori didn’t respond as their shuttle raced across the skies high over Arizona. Nearly 20 kilometers ahead of them another craft rocketed skyward. Their eastward course would soon take them over New Mexico. Far behind the chase, a pair of Army Air Forces fighter jets pursued. They had tried to intercept the shuttles over central Arizona. There would need to be a cover-up, but being seen by “civilians” was the least of the shuttle crew’s worries right now. They were in a pursuit of their own, one they had to win no matter what.

Tuesday, April 30, 2019 | 7 minutes Read

The Fall of Silverstar

Check out my latest story, “The Fall of Silverstar“. It’s set in the world of Aeleon that I’ve been working on. It’s the last days of a once mighty civilization of elves that was falling to their own pride and arrogance.

Tuesday, April 30, 2019 | 1 minute Read

Prototype vs Freelance

I recently started up once more on my basement railroad and it’s been quite a while since I’ve added anything to my trains content, so I figure it’s past time to do so. I was also inspired by a Twitter thread I came across recently that inspired this post. So let’s start with that: Had a little moment just now where I remembered how much I loved the Hobby Show in Toronto.

Thursday, February 7, 2019 | 3 minutes Read