A poetic meditation on mortality, memory, and the rituals of grief. The poem evokes the image of life as a wake—an ongoing process of remembrance and reckoning with loss, framed by philosophical and emotional depth.
Φ: Poem: Life Is A Wake
Month: August 2023
Φ: Poem: Qaddish, Part 2.4
A lyrical continuation of the Qaddish series, blending spiritual reflection with historical trauma. The poem invokes themes of mourning, resistance, and transcendence, drawing on Jewish tradition and personal memory to confront violence and affirm dignity.
#223: Should Ukraine Be More Thankful and Less Demanding?
Criticism of Ukraine’s assertiveness is challenged by framing its demands as morally justified. The post argues that Ukraine’s fight for survival benefits global democracy and that gratitude should flow both ways. Calls for humility are acknowledged but contextualized within the urgency of war.
#222: Science Fiction and Comics Have Always Been Woke, or: Of Course Women and Minorities Can Be Heroes!
The post defends diversity in science fiction and superhero media, arguing that these genres have always engaged with social justice. It critiques backlash against female and minority protagonists and celebrates the genre’s progressive legacy as a space for ethical and philosophical exploration.
Erratic Attempts 