Written by Dennis Harvell This essay comes from a place of sadness, but also gratitude. The kitchen was once the heart of our family, and though silence has replaced its noise, the memories remind me of what truly matters. The Cold is a Liar The cold is a liar today. It promises a holiday spirit… Continue reading The Kitchen’s Silence
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The Inner Shift: Finding Peace While the World Is On Fire
Written by Dennis Harvell Across the globe, the air feels heavy with volatility and exhaustion. Polarized discourse, digital overwhelm, and global anxiety make it seem as if our collective hopes have sunk deep. Yet amidst this chaos, I see a glimmer of hope—not in politics or technology, but in a profound inner shift happening within… Continue reading The Inner Shift: Finding Peace While the World Is On Fire
Six Siblings Minus One
Written by Dennis Harvell We gathered at Woolworths on Third Avenue, deep in the Bronx, weaving through crowds to make our photo appointment on time. It was my idea—a surprise for our mother, a portrait of unity, memory, and love. We waited for Timothy as long as we could, but he never came. No excuse,… Continue reading Six Siblings Minus One
City Vibes
Written by Dennis Harvell This collage captures the compressed heartbeat of New York City The Bronx where every landmark pulses with memory and movement. The Statue of Liberty stands in the foreground like a sentinel of welcome, while the Brooklyn Bridge stretches across the scene as a symbol of connection—between boroughs, cultures, and generations. The… Continue reading City Vibes
Dress Warm, Walk Slow
Written by Dennis Harvell Bronx morning wrapped in introspection. The sun rises behind a veil of thick clouds, casting a muted glow across the skyline. The buildings stand in silhouette, softened by haze, while the bare trees in the foreground echo the season’s shift — stripped of color, yet full of quiet presence. It’s a… Continue reading Dress Warm, Walk Slow
Quiet Dispatch
A quiet dispatch from the borough—weather, mood, memory, and a little wisdom to start the day morning breaks over rooftops and roots—New York exhales, and the day begins. Written by Dennis Harvell Quiet Dispatch ☕ New York City waking up, caught in that golden hush before the day begins. The silhouetted skyline stands like a… Continue reading Quiet Dispatch
Empire Unexpected
Written, photograph by Dennis Harvell Stuck in the city on a cold evening, just wandering before heading home to the Bronx. I happened to catch this view near the Empire State — the colors, the atmosphere, it stopped me. I snapped this myself. People all around were moving — leaving work, meeting friends, just flowing… Continue reading Empire Unexpected
Today, I finished another workout!
Written by Dennis Harvell Today, I finished another workout. Being 60ish, I’m finding that motivation isn’t automatic like it used to be—it’s something I have to rediscover, day by day. It’s not about chasing numbers or proving anything. It’s about moving forward to stay active—for my mind, my body, and my soul. Today, I finished… Continue reading Today, I finished another workout!