Maslow’s Hierarchy of Meows
Do cats’ behaviours fall on Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs? For sure. Do they tell us what they want? Damn straight they do.
Cats, critical thinking, Social Discourse, society, teaching, Writing Prompt
August 2026
Books, Science, society, Space, Willful Suspension of Disbelief, Writing Prompt
An Unsettling Read
Have you ever faced a truth that challenged something you held dearly? Have you ever caught sight of perfection then had it slip away?
Canada, Kenya, Namibia, Nomad, travel, Writing Prompt
Airports as Experiences
I’ve been to many, many airports. As I write this, I keep thinking of ones I haven’t mentioned. So these are my most immediate thoughts on the good, the bad and the forgettable airports I’ve flown out of.
Creativity, Star Wars, The Rise of Skywalker, Writing Prompt
Just Stay Dead, Already
Ah yes, the tropes that must die! I’ve actually written about this one before but it needs updated. I have two and a half tropes that I’d like to talk about.
Africa, education, Kenya, Namibia, South Korea, Tanzania, travel, Writing Prompt
Year of Wonders
From December 2007 to December 2008, I lived on three continents and completed or started a whole bunch of life goals.
Religion, society, Writing Prompt
The Kindness of Strangers
This isn’t my story, but I was a witness to its beginning and end, and I did learn from it.
Dreaming, sailing, South Africa, travel, Writing Prompt
Born in the Sign of Water
Given an opportunity to make a living without concern for income, I’d crew or captain a sailing yacht. I do have some small qualifications and experience.
Canada, Politics, Social Discourse, society, Writing Prompt
Perpetual Pride
I’ve never been one for tattoos. When I was young, my parents held the belief that only ‘bad people’ had tattoos. It was pretty common stereotype in Hollywood too.
Cover Art, Creativity, technology, Writing Prompt
Addicted to the Code
A good application stands the test of time and has advocates long after it’s gone.
Vincent Van Gogh, William Shakespeare, Writing Prompt
Bearing Witness To History
If I could go back and witness any historical event, I think I’d pick the completion or creation of a great work of art – Van Gogh, Michelangelo, or Shakespeare.