Tag Archives: philosophy

“Citius, Altius, Fortius—Communiter”

Posted on February 7, 2022 by drdancox

I’ve always been a fan of the Olympics.  Watching the world’s best athletes push the limits of human achievement in sports is thrilling.  Throughout my own life I have tested myself physically.  As a teen I participated in the local swim team and … Continue reading →

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“Friends Old and Young”

Posted on January 10, 2022 by drdancox

My former students will probably be surprised to hear that I consider myself to be an introvert.  They really only saw me “on stage” in the classroom, essentially playing the role of my profession.  Even in my social life I feel as … Continue reading →

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“Foul”

Posted on April 2, 2021 by drdancox

I crossed the road                   To the other side Of course The bus went the other way 04-01-2021

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“Compose Yourself”

Posted on May 9, 2018 by drdancox

My life’s calendar has been that of schools since I was five years old.  Even in retirement it hasn’t changed much.  As a former teacher, this is still an important time of the year for me. I have former students graduating—from … Continue reading →

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“My Shadow”

Posted on April 30, 2018 by drdancox

I was very young when I first saw my shadow, a new plaything, a new friend like in Peter Pan, but it would be several more years before I knew Peter and his fantasy. I knew Peter’s shadow was there … Continue reading →

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“The State of Our Union”

Posted on January 30, 2018 by drdancox

Here is my perspective today… Almost three years ago we decided to ally our separate states and form a more perfect union. We took up arms against our discord, grief, anguish, and sorrow and vowed to one another to govern … Continue reading →

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“Once There Was a Zoo—A Fable”

Posted on January 21, 2018 by drdancox

Once there was a zoo. People like zoos. They like to watch the animals and reptiles and fish and birds and get to know about the animals that inhabit our world. This particular zoo, however, was special. It had only … Continue reading →

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“March On!”

Posted on January 20, 2018 by drdancox

Today was the “Second Annual” Women’s March. I’ve seen photos of HUUUGGE crowds all across the country. Some news outlets are describing these as protests of President Trump and the current administration and their policies. I am quite aware that … Continue reading →

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Beside a Mountain Stream

Posted on January 15, 2018 by drdancox

I always seem to be more myself in the mountains. It doesn’t matter what the season might be. The deep snows of winter afford me my favorite pastime and I look for every chance I get to ski. Spring is … Continue reading →

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“I Still Hear the Bells”

Posted on December 4, 2017 by drdancox

Sometimes when I wake up late at night, I can smell pine trees and fresh snowfall. I look out the window and the stars are like streetlights, lining the avenues of my imagination. In the chorus of the wind, I … Continue reading →

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