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About Michael Kane

Michael Kane is a writer, photographer, educator, speaker, adventurer and a general sampler of life. His books on hiking and poetry are available in soft cover and Kindle on Amazon.

Kindness, Mardi Gras and Countdowns

No Act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted ~ Aesop Kindness I receive two acts of kindness on Friday, neither was expected. The first came as I was having a discussion in the hall with a faculty member … Continue reading

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Climbing out of the Well

Depression begins with disappointment. When disappointment festers in our soul, it leads to discouragement. ~ Joyce Meyer It’s been a pretty bad couple of weeks for me. There have been some family health issues as well as some interpersonal issues and … Continue reading

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Starting a Fitness Routine

The resistance that you fight physically in the gym and the resistance that you fight in life can only build a strong character. ~ Arnold Schwarzenegger This time of year a lot of people start fitness routines and by February … Continue reading

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New Year, New Beginning

Remember tonight… for it is the beginning of always. ~ Dante Alighieri This time of year you read a lot of the same types of articles and posts. You get the whole best of, 10 most, etc… of the previous year. You … Continue reading

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Happiness is Pizza: Vegas Pizza Reviews

Just as a reminder, all of my reviews are accumulated on my Pizza Page. VEGAS PIZZA REVIEWS So recently I was in Vegas for a few days and decided to visit several pizza places and do a few reviews. On … Continue reading

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Happy Holiday in the Desert

I don’t see the desert as barren at all; I see it as full and ripe. It doesn’t need to be flattered with rain. It certainly needs rain, but it does with what it has, and creates amazing beauty. ~ … Continue reading

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So, you don’t have any children?

Teaching is a very noble profession that shapes the character, caliber, and future of an individual. If the people remember me as a good teacher, that will be the biggest honor for me. ~ A P J Abdul Kalam So … Continue reading

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Being a Happy Little Imposter

‘Imposter Syndrome’ is the feeling of wearing a mask and playing a role that one does not feel at home in. It is when you feel like you or your work is a fluke and that you’re a dwarf amongst … Continue reading

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Navigating the Festive Season: A Guide to Overcoming Holiday Blues

Navigating the Festive Season: A Guide to Overcoming Holiday Blues The holiday season is often hailed as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for many individuals, it can also bring about a sense of melancholy and loneliness known … Continue reading

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Happiness in the Next Act

It’s never too late to be who you might have been. ~ George Elliot Happiness in the Next Act This time of year has a tendency to be a highly contemplative period for me. It’s a combination of my normal … Continue reading

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