Monthly Archives: March 2015

“Disgrace” – a book review

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Joel D. Hirst

An old man entering his last phase finds himself reaching out, but after the arrogance and license of his more attractive years he finds that there is nobody left to hold onto. Seeking the comfort of those who must love … Continue reading →

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My Lessons in Desolation

Posted on March 8, 2015 by Joel D. Hirst

A few years back I was working as an aid worker in the eastern Chadian town of Abeche, on the Sudanese border. I was seeking to prepare the ground for the Sudanese refugees who were fleeing the Janjaweed militia. Abeche … Continue reading →

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It’s the Philosophers, Stupid

Posted on March 3, 2015 by Joel D. Hirst

Have you ever heard people say, “You can’t be sure of that. I mean, we really can’t know anything for certain, there’s so many variables and everybody sees things through their own lens. Their own experiences help them decide what … Continue reading →

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