Tag Archives: Introspection

The Bargain

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Tom Garrett

On this day, more years ago than I care to remember, I was born in Richmond, Virginia. I grew up there and have essentially lived there all my life. In fact, up until last weekend, I was living in a … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary | Tagged Aging, Birthdays, Bruce Springsteen, Commentary, Glory Days, Introspection | 6 Comments

Lucky

Posted on January 23, 2014 by Tom Garrett

As I was doing my grocery shopping in Ukrop’s Martin’s two weeks ago, I noticed an elderly woman in the produce department who seemed to be struggling. What caught my attention was the fact that she looked like she was … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary | Tagged Commentary, Helpfulness, Introspection, The Elderly | 4 Comments

Best of 2012

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Tom Garrett

The Axis of Ego’s second year was a productive one. This is the 105th and final post of the year, which averages out to a hair over two pieces per week. Not a bad clip. As of this writing, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, General Culture and News, Site Stuff | Tagged 2012, Barack Obama, Best Of, Billy Beyrer, Breaking Bad, Commentary, Gay Marriage, General Culture and News, Introspection, Joey Bland, John Cena, Knight Rider, Presidential Election, Pro Wrestling, Republicans, Site Stuff, Stephanie Sottile, The Kitchen Sink, WWE | Leave a comment

What I’ve Learned So Far

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Tom Garrett

Today is my birthday. That fact triggers no negative emotion whatsoever. I don’t feel as old as the calendar tells me I am. That’s one thing I’ve discovered as I’ve gotten older: I don’t feel the age I’m supposed to … Continue reading →