M.C. Allison

Author: M.C. Allison

  • Reasons I’m Agnostic, Not Atheist

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    I read a few definitions online of Agnosticism and Atheism. My understanding of it is Agnostic tolerates the choice of others by not denying religion. Atheism denies any type of religion. They hate organized religion and judge others for their personal beliefs. Agnostics simply state they do not know if there is a god, and…

  • Rereading The Alchemist, a Short Novel With Depth

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    With tens of millions of copies sold in over 80 languages, The Alchemist may not need my praise. This reading is either my third or fourth time. I thought it would be a good selection for my book club, and I’m looking forward to our discussion next week. It’s clearly written and may seem like…

  • Tracie D Hall for Time’s 100 Gala, 2023

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    The views expressed on this post are my own, and not the system I work for. I saw this last week on my Facebook feed, and mulling it over, it’s important enough to share. Tracie D Hall is the executive director of the American Library Association. Nationwide libraries have been vocal in their opposition to…

  • Mental Health Awareness Month and About Me

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    Here’s a link that I wrote for NAMI right before the pandemic started. https://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/January-2020/Coping-with-Schizoaffective-Disorder I have not helped others as I planned too. I was relatively healthy during the pandemic but like everyone else had anxiety and trauma. I still feel the same way that ‘what if’ mentalities are counterproductive for people with mental illness.…

  • The Movie ‘Air’ and Some Thoughts on Skate Shoes

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    ‘Air’ is suitable for a general audience, but especially for anyone interested in the history of shoes. I don’t consider myself a sneaker-head; I don’t collect shoes, but from skating, I go through a lot of pairs. And anyone interested in business will find this a fun movie. Nike and the Matt Damon character basically…

  • A Cover Suggestion Skateboard Twist For Free to Anyone Inclined

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    I tried to play the guitar, but I could never get the rhythm. Anyone who’s heard me do Karaoke knows that was an alcohol fueled mess as well. But I got an idea for a cool cover. Willie and Waylon’s “Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to be Cowboys,’ is a fun classic from…

  • Lessons Learned From 8 Hour Spotify Playlist

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    I listened to my 8-hour playlist and recommend this indulgence for solo car rides. I made a few blunders and triumphs that I’ll post in list format.

  • The Great Social Media Fashion Study of Last Week

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    “In the days of $200 sweatpants, consumers will be relieved at the outcome of this study” -Anonymous, Rockaway, March 18th, 2023 “ZZ Top knew this in the ’80s, ‘got to get me some cheap sunglasses.” –Zed, long distance over the phone from Detroit, March 19th, 2023 “The implications of this study are vast. If it…