Category Archives: Writing

Taking Responsibility: Binghamton

Over the last 48 hours, a discussion about the character of the city of Binghamton has exploded over the social networks.  Binghamton University Student Alyssa Mercante posted a personal opinion article in Binghamton University’s Pipe Dreams in which she berates the … Continue reading

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Do I Dare?

Such a wrestle. Such a fight. Such a quandary.  I’m here, given time, opportunity, equipment, and mental energy, and yet I find myself tossing and turning within, juggling ideas, and furrowing my brow in an attempt to make it all … Continue reading

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Writing: The Art of Asking Questions

Stories are built around mystery, conflict, triumph over odds, battles, and the development of character. However, in reality, stories are merely a product of questions. Questions, those moments, glances, breathes of uncertainty first capture the mind of the writer and … Continue reading

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On the mission field at home

I grew up with insane imaginations, extensive dreams, plots and stories playing out in my head. Dreams I experienced at night became the next story of my “life”. When I washed dishes, my hands were moving and the dish drain … Continue reading

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Serial Sundays: The Razor’s Edge, Pt. 2 by Ashley Bowman

For part one of this story, see last week’s Serial Sundays. Recap: He paused.  “You said you go to a Christian school, right?  What kind?” “Well, I think it’s technically non-denominational, but it’s Protestant if that’s what you mean.  It’s … Continue reading

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