Author Archives: J Reed

The Marvelous Mark

by Jermaine Reed, MFA The dash of green seems too focused and deliberate, unlike the birthmark on my face. The mark is shaped like a fallen leaf and bleeds down my throat to my collarbone. It is the distraction that disrupts my every first impression. I don’t think about it often, only when I see greenContinueContinue reading “The Marvelous Mark”

Why Quiet Determination Leads to Accomplishing Everything

Quiet determination is not telling someone you’re buying a helicopter, just landing on their front yard after buying it. Here’s how silent determination helps you level up…

“Nobody” is Just a Really Good Movie

After Bob Odenkirk’s (Hutch’s) family is robbed in their home at gunpoint, Hutch goes on a rampage, and what an epic rampage it is. Filled with fistfights…

Karen Harasses Neighbor and Child at Community Lakefront

In case you were wondering, Karens harass everyone now. Evidence of this played out on video in Putnam, IL, when a Karen demanded to see the membership wristband of another woman. A woman had been trying to enjoy a day at the community lakefront with her son, but a Karen demanded to see the woman’sContinueContinue reading “Karen Harasses Neighbor and Child at Community Lakefront”

Dad Arrested After Allegedly Killing Rapist Former Police Chief

Police arrest a father after he allegedly killed a police chief who was his daughter’s kidnapper.

Look Up. It’s Beautiful.

Last night, I took a walk to a local store, and on my way back, I happened to look up. It was a sight to see, full of flickering circles. It wasn’t like the glowing dots appeared in the sky overnight (though they did sort of). They’ve always been there. The difference is, this time,ContinueContinue reading “Look Up. It’s Beautiful.”