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The End of the Sidewalk
Action is where dreams end and reality begins,
The Masked Crusader
On Writing…
I am an author. I have been writing since 1993. I write mostly creative works, but I do dabble in non-fiction writing as well. Whether you’re here to read unique stories and poetry, or you’re here to learn how to organize your thoughts and write something yourself, this section should have something for you.
On Baking…
I am a baker. I may not be very good, but I do like to eat. Here I share tips, tricks and recipes that I have learned and experimented with. Some work great, others might be a learning process. Either way, there is something for any chef regardless of their skill level
On Making…
I am a maker. Professionally, I am a software engineer, but my hobbies include all making. Whether you’re programming an automated tool to accomplish a specific task, or you’re printing something on your 3D printer, this section has all my knowledge on making.
- Adventures in Nerve Damage: Part 1As a child, I had many infections in my ears and tonsils insomuch that they, my tonsils, grew to an enormous size. I probably should have had them taken out when I was a teen or earlier, but the antibiotics always did… Read more: Adventures in Nerve Damage: Part 1
- Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon RollsA few weeks ago, I decided to make cinnamon rolls just because I had a sweet tooth. Well, in the past, I’ve used Paula Deen’s recipe because I like butter, but every time I make that recipe it comes out dry. I… Read more: Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls
- White Chocolate PopcornA few years ago, a friend of ours brought us this popcorn treat during the Christmas season, and every year we look forward to his treats arriving at our doorstep. This year, however, we were making treats for another family party and… Read more: White Chocolate Popcorn
- Keto Pizza RollupsIf you’ve ever wanted to eat the love-child of a cinnamon roll and a pizza, then this is the recipe for you!
- Countdown BrowniesI was introduced to the microwave mug brownie years ago, but all the recipes I found online were not right for my liking. Determined to taste the best mug brownie ever, my wife and I dug out the common ingredients among all… Read more: Countdown Brownies
- Topher’s Simple No-Stir CaramelsA few years ago, I was searching for the best, yet easiest, caramel recipe. I had inherited a recipe from my wife’s grandfather (which is mostly captured in the recipe below), but his recipe requires constant stirring. I had done a deep… Read more: Topher’s Simple No-Stir Caramels
- Inverting the Food PyramidYou’ve undoubtedly heard about the Food Pyramid; the cute pyramid that is supposed to show you what types of food to eat and how much of each proportionally to the other groups. This isn’t a new thing, but the way the United… Read more: Inverting the Food Pyramid
- A Layman’s Introduction to KetosisI am a big guy. I’m not tall by any means, but I am husky. I didn’t use to be. The largest I got during early, pre-30s life was about 220 pounds when I was living in Florida. This was in 2000,… Read more: A Layman’s Introduction to Ketosis