By Eric Le Roy
Content 18+ The gray days turn now to early darkness – light-swallowing afternoons that have me leaving the apartment with my dogs when it is still daylight and returning 30 minutes later to sudden winds and the pitch black of precocious night. These afternoons end quicker than friendships when talking about places like Russia and Ukraine, Israel and Palestine. Believe me, I know.
In the morning, … Read the rest
To all those who decided to stay. To all those who believe those who left are traitors. To all those who think they can make it through and prosper under the circumstances.
The system you think you can navigate is already set to betray you. Loyalty here is worthless; it’s all about control. You think you can outlast it, stay quiet, survive? You won’t even see it coming when they … Read the rest
Content 18+ In the history of human societies, there has always been a segment of the population that believes itself to be the torchbearer of a righteous cause. They imagine themselves as defenders of tradition, protectors of national pride, and warriors against perceived enemies, both foreign and domestic. These individuals wrap themselves in symbols of rebellion, shouting defiance at the institutions they claim to despise. They march with their flags, … Read the rest
Content 18+ Lou was sitting at the table in the cafe eating his sandwich and staring absently at the milling about of other people. It was random of course, but it also seemed strangely choreographed, as if they had all secretly made plans to move this way and that, occupying tables, chattering and eating, paying and leaving. And he wondered why he saw them … Read the rest
Content advisory 18+ Thinking to write about the up-and-coming “Victory Day” in Russia on 9 May (the whole world celebrates it today, 8th May – Artem), I decided to consult Artem regarding the wisdom of saying ANYTHING negative. And since I am not one to mince words whatever the subject, this was quite a concession for me to make.
The reason for my indecisiveness stems from the enormous … Read the rest
