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Author: Albert Schmidt

I'm a husband, a father, a hobby writer, a camper, and a marketing manager. The many facets of me make me the me that I am. All these posts and comments are my own and have no affiliation with my employer or my future grandchildren, should they wish to associate with me.

A Poem: Future Broken

On 22 Mar 202022 Mar 2020 By Albert SchmidtIn Poetry5 Comments

The expectations of younger generations give way to harsh recognition. The world is just not what we were told it would be.

A Poem: Sleepless Night

On 8 Mar 202026 Apr 2020 By Albert SchmidtIn Poetry23 Comments

We’ve all had those nights where our minds will not rest. Where our thoughts multiply our concerns and we end up with no sleep. This poem is a reflection of that unhelpful situation.

An Ever Expanding Self

On 1 Mar 20207 Mar 2020 By Albert SchmidtIn Works in Progress3 Comments

Writing allows for catharsis, journals, histories, and entertainment. Almost anyone can do it. Here I update on what I’ve been working on and where my writing is headed.

The Gift of Reality Calibration

On 16 Feb 202012 Aug 2020 By Albert SchmidtIn My Journey11 Comments

Sometimes parents need to let their kids fail at something, or at least learn there are better ways to solve problems. It’s part of growing up, and it is hard to teach. I call these incidents Reality Calibrations.

Wallis and Willard 3: A Town of Intrigue

On 1 Feb 20202 Aug 2020 By Albert SchmidtIn Short Story, Wallis and Willard9 Comments

Willard and the Mayor work to thwart Wallis. Mayor Lemieux also reveals her plan to maintain the status quo in the town of Parford. While the two town councillors confront her over her methods to keep control.

Listening is Half of Good Communicating

On 12 Jan 202031 May 2020 By Albert SchmidtIn My Journey33 Comments

What makes you angry? What makes groups of people angry? One answer is that the art of listening is sadly atrophied. Read why my New Year’s Resolution is to listen better.

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