Dec
23
Science out of reach
Chapter 1: Science out of reach
When I was growing up in Bethlehem, there was a wonderful science program in
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Writings
Nov
27
Happiness is Freedom from Fear
Most people have a certain definition of happiness. These definitions can range from the poetic to the dry, and some
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Nov
23
Memories Pay Dividends
There is this idea that I was introduced to a while ago that goes like this:
Memories pay dividends
Good
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Nov
13
Why I Love Being Called a Student
The literal meaning of the word student in Arabic is "seeker" or "the person who demands"
3 min read
Oct
02
On Death
I have spent the past number of years in colleges, nearly exclusively surrounded by people my age, and a few
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Sep
18
My Surgery
I had to choose whether to undergo surgery or not a couple of years ago. I was in pain most
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Sep
04
Forever Alone
He was staring at the ceiling, his wife was sleeping to his right, hugging a pillow and facing away from
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Aug
28
Why I Own Nothing
Sometimes people tell me that I am a "handsome young man," and though I appreciate the compliment and
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Aug
14
Dying Young as Late as Possible
Some people tell me that I am trying to be older than I am...I like to wear trousers and
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Aug
01
night reigned with no hint of surrender
Leo stared west at the only star that shined through the black sky, took a deep breath, then gazed up
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