The Canadian Freedom Convoy — [This article was originally published here.] There were whispers and quiet conversations behind locked doors, and now there is one of the largest protests of the current century underway concerning the pandemic and the zealousness with how governments are responding to it. It has caused a further divide in the…

Disappointment and Gratitude — [This story was originally published here.] Yesterday I turned 35. It’s a milestone birthday for many, but I can’t say I had any strong feelings or expectations for it as it came and went. …

How to Understand Who We Are — [This story was originally published here.] ‘I release my partner from the obligation to complete me. I release my parents from the feeling they failed with me. I release my children from the need to bring me pride, so they can write their own paths to the rhythm of their…

Will You and Your Partner Make It? — [This article was originally published here.] We all have doubts about our relationship. This is normal. Yet, despite knowing it is normal, we still wonder if we are going to be the type of couple strong enough to overcome doubt and face the challenges that so many relationships fail to…

A Story About the Police and Human Decency by a Gringo in Mexico — [This story was originally published here.] Today, we were pulled over by the Mexican Transit Police. If you are unfamiliar with Mexico, these guys are somewhere between meter maids and real cops. Their sole purpose is to hand out traffic citations — technically speaking. If you’ve driven in Mexico, you…

[This story was originally published here.] They rode in silence for the first hour. ‘So what’s this special assignment, then?’ Vegetius was the first to speak since they had parted the camp. ‘We are to find and retrieve Crassus’s lost aigle.’ ‘Crassus’s aigle?’ Vegetius said. ‘It’s lost? Didn’t he die…

A Subtle Sign of Maturity — [This article was originally published here.] There is always a reason to be angry. There is always something in our lives to complain about. …

[This story was originally published here.] Flavius and Vegetius rode for two days. They found nothing. ‘So, why me?’ Vegetius said. ‘Why you, what?’ Flavius said. ‘Why pick me for this special assignment?’ ‘Because,’ Flavius said, ‘as you can see, this mission is a mission without end. One that will…

[This story was originally published here.] Caesar’s victory was celebrated for two days in the camp. The men were allowed to sack the village and take personal spoils. Vercingetorix was put on the knee and left in a cage without clothing, as well as without a crown. Vegetius was in…