I built Standing on the Ledge while I was still standing in the rubble. That matters, because it means the site isn’t a polished “after story.” It’s a living field journal—tools, notes, and small fires—written from inside the rebuild. But if I’m going to take this project seriously, I also have to take the platform … Continue reading A Hard Look at My Own Site: What’s Working, What’s Leaking, and What I’m Fixing Next
Tag: fiction
Flawed Heroes and Survival: Insights from My Favorite Stories
The author reflects on their identity through literature and film, revealing a fascination with dystopian themes and flawed characters facing societal collapse. Key influences include works by John Wyndham and the "Alien" franchise, which highlight survival, ethical dilemmas, and the human condition under stress. These narratives serve as personal maps for resilience and hope.

