Summary
The web content presents a personal essay titled "A True Story" by Michael Ritoch, who reflects on his identity and life experiences through poetic fragments and a brief biography, alongside an image by Soragrit Wongsa.
Abstract
The article "A True Story" by Michael Ritoch is a contemplative piece that opens with evocative imagery of a cat and three dogs, and a green room that metaphorically represents a space of introspection and solitude. Ritoch, who aspires to be a poet and writer on his best days, shares glimpses of his life's joys, which include his family, his neurotic and overweight cats, reading philosophy, and engaging with friends. The content suggests a deep dive into self-reflection and the search for meaning in a world filled with diverse experiences, from leadership and politics to pain and occasional happiness. The article is accompanied by a photograph that visually complements the introspective tone of the piece. Additionally, there is a linked article titled "I Don’t Know Who I Am," which seems to delve further into the themes of identity and existential musings in a world where individuals yearn to be heard.
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one cat and three dogs,
a green room shuttered me in
I’m still there, hiding.
_________________________ Michael Ritoch on his best days tries to be a poet/writer. He finds joy in his wife, two daughters, cats, one is really fat and the other is neurotic, reading philosophy written by old dead guys, and his friends. He writes about leadership, politics, pain, life, suffering, sometimes happiness, and whatever else comes to mind.
James BeaufaitA short story about how our life is a reflection of our thoughts and choices.
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