My Dinner with Diogenes

Most people choose Socrates, Plato, or Marcus Aurelius for their imaginary dinner date. I chose Diogenes — the barefoot Cynic who lived in a barrel and mocked the world’s pretensions. This piece explores why he’s the only philosopher I’d sit across from, and why, in the end, the Bronx Philosopher prefers to dine alone.
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Jesse and Me: Adventures with My Unexpected Queen

Written by Dennis Harvell, inspired by Jesse Jesse and Me: Adventures with My Unexpected Queen It all began with a surprise. “Happy Birthday!” my friends cheered, presenting a box. Before I could even peek inside, a tiny black and white head popped out, those big, green curious eyes instantly locking onto mine. It was the… Continue reading Jesse and Me: Adventures with My Unexpected Queen