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Twenty years of reading, watching, writing, and asking questions. Explore my latest essays, book and movie reviews, and dispatches from the world of The Chronicles of Purgatory Station.
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On Receiving My First Dose Of the Covid-19 Vaccine
Today I received my first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine at Grossinger Motors Arena in Bloomington, IL. I’m happy to report that it was…
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WandaVision – My First Impression
The long wait is over and the MCU streaming shows have finally arrived at Disney Plus! First up? WandaVision. Personally, the wait was well…
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The Midnight Sky – A Movie Review
I wasn’t quite sure what to make of The Midnight Sky when I saw its title card appear on Netflix. The description and trailer…
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Black Beauty (2020) – A Movie Review
Did you know Black Beauty is based on a book written by Anna Sewell and published in 1877? I sure didn’t. I remember watching…
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Feeling Blue: A Panel Discussion
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Happy New Year From Central Illinois: A Panel Discussion
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A Pile Of 2020: A Panel Discussion
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Dune by Frank Herbert – A Book Review
I’m ashamed to admit that I’d never read Dune. With the new movie on the way, I figured I better rectify that omission. Believe…
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