Jason Ray Morton
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Writing has become more important as I live with cancer. It's a therapy, it's an escape, and it's a way to do something lasting that hopefully leaves an impression.
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Why Am I Not Looking Forward To Being 50
49 And Counting Lately, I have noticed more and more how the typical wisdom of the ages has been weighing on my mind. I'm sure that it is the same for many because the numbers are ingrained in us all. From our youths forward we begin to realize the importance of what numbers signify. In this case, I'm talking about the significance of the number 50.
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in Longevity
An Amazing Tie That Binds 21st-Century Man To His Predecessors Over 500 Years Ago
Our world has encountered strange and bizarre events for centuries and oftentimes they remain forever unexplained but the similarities may tie us all together throughout the ages. From stories of strange and bewildering creatures that pop up across the continents to astonishing sites in the skies, these stories continue to be a tie between the old world and the modern era.
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in FYI
Will Getting To Space Someday Be As Easy As An Elevator Ride?
The most incredible scientific discoveries and ideas started long before they became realities and one of the most fascinating concepts originated over a century ago. It’s amazing to think that way back in 1895 the concept of a “Space Elevator” was first conceived by Russian scientist Konstantin Tsiolkovsky. Even then, he considered a towering image that would stretch from the ground up to an awe-inspiring altitude of 35,786 kilometers, the height of geostationary orbit. Where did he get the inspiration from? The Eiffel Tower.
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in Futurism
5 Amazing Vacations Sites To See In This Life That Shouldn't Be Missed
We live in a world filled with wonders that sadly, many of us will never see. From the world-famous Niagara Falls in New York to the Grand Canyon and beyond, we let life control us, eat away at our time, and kill those dreams of travel. Eventually, we get older and start to rethink what we’ve got done and what we still want to do in this life. Here are some amazing scenes and places that we should all try to see.
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in Wander
When Guns Leave Orphans And Motherless Children We All Should Care
115,551 people in America are shot in murders, assaults, suicides, suicide attempts, unintentional shootings, or by police intervention each year. 38, 826 of those die each year. It’s statistics until it touches close to home.
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in Criminal
Yay! It's Almost Groundhog Day So Let's Hope For Some Shade For The Furry Little Guy
It’s been a long, and recently rough winter, so it’s with anxious anticipation that we await the prediction of how the rest of the winter will be, next week on February 2nd. That’s right folks, it’s Groundhog Day!
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in FYI
WWE's Undertaker Is The Obvious First Choice To Be Inducted Into The WWE Hall Of Fame 2022
The Undertaker His name is Mark William Calaway, but to the world of professional wrestling, the WWE Universe, and just about everybody on the planet, he is known as The Undertaker. The Deadman, as he's also called, may have ridden off into the sunset but, as Wrestlemania 38 is fast approaching, there may be the chance to see an appearance by the Undertaker as he should be the headliner at this years Hall Of Fame ceremonies. And, as all wrestling fans know, there's always that possibility for that "one more match" in the world of professional wrestling.
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in Unbalanced
Do You Remember When They Said It Would Strike The Atlantic? . Top Story - January 2022.
Asteroid 99942 Apophis is one of many NEO asteroids. The size of Apophis is threatening at more than 300 meters. And, the truth of the matter is, that in 2004 when it first appeared on radar the initial calculations were that there was a small but believable possibility that it would strike Earth in April of 2029, somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean.
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in FYI
A Constant Task Of Leaders Is Refocusing People's Efforts In Confusing Times
If you don’t find ways to keep people focused on the tasks at hand then you’re likely to spend plenty of time refocusing the efforts of your business or organization. It’s an especially burdensome task in today's environment.
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in Journal
