Category Archives: Short story

Thoughts about my son who is almost 2 years old.

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Popgun Chaos

We are two months away from my Duncan’s second birthday and I’ve had a lot on my mind about things that amaze me about him. So, I thought it would be best to take a few moments to write them … Continue reading →

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Why my marriage needs no ref

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Popgun Chaos

After a particularly difficult day, I was in the living room playing video games when I suddenly wanted to get up and look up something on Wikipedia. My wife was on the computer in the bedroom and I had no … Continue reading →

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Completely overwhelmed

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Popgun Chaos

  Remember back when I said that I was taking some time off from Popgun Chaos? It’s still totally happening because teaching is really overwhelming me right now. Still, I thought I’d share a couple of pics of me and … Continue reading →

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The Ballad of the Alpha Battle Dragon Lords Against Forest Fires pt. 2

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Popgun Chaos

It’s been awhile since I worked on this story, but here it is and I hope you enjoy it. 3 – After my first semester had concluded, Rich continued to insist that we actually become a campus-sanctioned organization. I had … Continue reading →

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The Uncanny X-men Alert Adventure Game!

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Popgun Chaos

Though I don’t have the sales numbers in front of me, I think it’s pretty safe to say that board game sales just aren’t what they used to be and really, why should they be? Considering how powerful video game … Continue reading →

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Quiet Little Pool

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Popgun Chaos

I’m sitting by my apartment’s pool at dusk. The air is crisp and slightly chilly and I can’t help but regret not wearing a jacket. Sitting by the pool, I turn to the marked place in my book and just … Continue reading →

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, SAM!!!

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Popgun Chaos

It started with a chance message Electronic curiosity Nothing particularly romantic Nothing to share with future children “How did you meet?” – people ask An exchanged glance. A pause. We never know how to respond. “We met on . . … Continue reading →

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National Writing Project

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Popgun Chaos

Becoming an English teacher was never a difficult decision for me. I’ve always loved literature and I’ve had a notebook in my backpack for writing short stories since I was in eighth grade, so sharing my passion for English has … Continue reading →

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Reflecting on the Ice Storm of 2007 or how I came to love inspirational sports films

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Popgun Chaos

The cracking of tree branches echoed through the night. As each one fell, my heart pounded as I worried what destruction they would bring. *SNAAAP* Would more power lines break? *CRAAAACK* Would our house be damaged? I tried to ignore … Continue reading →

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The Ballad of the Alpha Battle Dragon Lords Against Forest Fires Pt. 1

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Popgun Chaos

1 – Undergrads aren’t usually called to Missouri State University’s Department of Continuing Education, so being summoned there made me a bit uncomfortable. The office is located downtown, and quite a few blocks away from campus, so its not really … Continue reading →

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