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I have recently created a Patreon page, where I will be posting about my works-in-progress, and indeed sharing draft chapters as things move forward.
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Bradley Rader
Category Archives: Personal
The Individual and the State
When I was an undergraduate, I took a course entitled “Philosophic Issues,” which was basically an introduction to philosophy in a historical sequence. We started with Plato, reading a couple of the Socratic dialogues. And the professor informed us that … Continue reading
Posted in Personal
Tagged Belief, C.S. Lewis, Christianity, Crito, Philosopy, Plato, Socrates, Soul
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The Nomads During the Holidays
During the holidays I house-sat and took care of a pair of cats. They were very sociable cats. Boo was a purring machine and she turns it on as soon as she is touched. She even allowed the Creature to … Continue reading
The Creature Reviews My Weekend
So Saturday, I was out all day, and the Creature wanted an explanation. I told him that in the morning I had my screenwriters group, like I often do. So he accepted that. Then I explained that in the afternoon, … Continue reading
Posted in Friends, Personal
Tagged Books, Creature From The Black Lagoon, Friends, Holidays, James A. Owen, Victoria Morris
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Other People’s Spaces
After leaving the apartment I had lived in since I moved to Los Angeles, I’ve had a season of “nomad” life. It’s been interesting, as it has given me food for thought about personal space and how we respond to … Continue reading
Spring of Music
I was at church a few weeks ago, and as we were singing one of the praise songs, I was thinking of how my voice was in need of practice singing. I thought of how I have not sung regularly … Continue reading
In Praise of Friends – Special Edition
When I began doing these pieces, the intention was to write about my friends to express why I like them as people, what it is in their characters that makes me glad to know them. I didn’t want to get … Continue reading
Getting down to the wire
The Creature scopes out some of the remaining items that have to be moved out. He thinks there’s still a lot to do. He’s right, of course. But sometimes a body just needs a break. Which I’m taking today.
Christo’s Umbrellas (California)
Back in 1991, Christo did two major installations of large umbrellas, one in Japan and the other in the U.S. in California. The installations “opened” early in October. On Saturday, October 26, the installation was nearing the end of the … Continue reading
Crunch Packing
(Yes, I realize I didn’t finish my posts about Wondercon. I do have notes for my activities, and will try to write that up in the near future.) In the meantime, while I’m in the process of preparing for a … Continue reading
Gifts From My Father
The other day I did some research for a friend about a Mesopotamian goddess, tracking down some details. Mythology has been an interest of mine since childhood. I read voraciously anything new to me. I tried to find everything and … Continue reading
