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Appointment at Samarra: Thoughts on Fate, Fear, and Life

This is a earlier post from 2013 when we were in Africa. It’s a powerful story “Living in fear is just another way Of dying before your time.” -“Shut Up and Get On the Plane.” Drive By Truckers song   I first read the following short story as a teen. It’s still a favorite and very pertinent for the unrest …

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