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MY MUSINGS


When Words Won’t Work, I Make Art
Not every day is a writing day, especially over the last few months. While it ebbs and flows over time, my chronic illness causes brain fog that interferes with writing (and everything else). This used to frustrate me. Now, I turn to digital art to keep my mind creative.
Jesse Lawrence
Jun 175 min read


My Favorite Suicidal Jokes
I’m open about the fact that I was seriously depressed when my chronic illness set in. Twisted humor eased my worst thoughts when I thought I’d die a slow, painful death, ruining the lives of those around me. Suicidal humor did the trick when I considered ending things.
Jesse Lawrence
May 295 min read


About Me: My Chronic Illness
While I’ve been open about my chronic illness, I realized I haven’t explained it as a whole, so here goes. Here’s what's going on.
Jesse Lawrence
May 7, 202415 min read


Indie Publishing: Handling Stress
For me, my role of being a self-published author stands out as challenging because I wear all hats. My job includes the following jobs:...
Jesse Lawrence
Apr 23, 202410 min read


About Me: Dealing with Handicap Parking
Today, as I sat on my couch with my laptop on my knees, with my cursor above the submit button, I was filled with a mix of emotions.
Jesse Lawrence
Feb 1, 20244 min read


Review of "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
This book is an exceptionally poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of intelligence, humanity, and the...
Jesse Lawrence
Jan 18, 20244 min read


Indie Publishing: A Day in the Life
Welcome behind the scenes to the world of an indie author, where each day is a rollercoaster of creativity, numbers, and dreams.
Jesse Lawrence
Dec 5, 20235 min read


On Writing: Punish the Main Character
As readers of my novels know, I have a tendency to abuse the main characters. There are several reasons for this, and not all because I am a
Jesse Lawrence
Feb 3, 20232 min read


Technology: Synthetic Muscles With Nanotech
New microscopic tech created at The University of Texas at Austin and Penn State University performs like a muscle.
Jesse Lawrence
Jun 23, 20222 min read


Technology: Nanotech Destroys Tumor
Science fiction has arrived early. Nanotechnology could provide a breakthrough treatment for killing or preventing tumors.
Jesse Lawrence
Jun 20, 20221 min read


Technology: Chronic Illness & Nanites
Let me be clear from the outset—I'm not here to elicit sympathy. Instead, I invite you into my personal experience.
Jesse Lawrence
Jan 26, 20213 min read


My Five Dumbest Injuries
Like everyone else, I've made plenty of mistakes in my life. Some were embarrassing flubs like tripping in front of my seventh-grade...
Jesse Lawrence
Jan 7, 20218 min read


About Me: Why I Started Writing
I find myself drawn to writing science fiction for a bunch of reasons. The main thing is that it give me a realm where imagination is the...
Jesse Lawrence
Dec 7, 20205 min read
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