The other day I was talking with a friend who I haven’t seen in a while and the topic of creativity came up. He was surprised that I started doing stand up because typically the profession of pharmacy stamps the creativity out of you. I have to agree with that sentiment. Before I went to … Continue reading Creatonism
Author: TheOwenFoley
I’m an Inspiration?
A few weeks ago several of my friends gathered in a place that we have been many times before, but this time it was different, the topic of conversation shifted. All of a sudden the conversation was about me and what I have done recently, and it was strange. Three separate people, each of whom … Continue reading I’m an Inspiration?
The Great Unveiling
So here it is, the big project that I have been thinking about and working on for a while now. I have been writing one to five essays a month since January while also pursuing other ventures and the next logical step is to put in all in one place. Here is a quick highlight … Continue reading The Great Unveiling
Founders Day
This Post was originally published on November 2nd, 2014 Happy Founders Day. If that means something to you then you will probably enjoy this essay, if it doesn't then it will probably give you a glimpse into one of the things that makes me tick. Either way I suggest that you take a few minutes … Continue reading Founders Day
I’m Funny How? Funny Like I’m a Clown, I Amuse You? I Make You Laugh?
This Post was originally Published on October 27th, 2014 For my entire life people have said that I am funny, and nearly every time Joe Pesci’s “Funny How? monologue from Goodfellas plays in my head. I have always been a bit of a class clown and learned early in life that making people laugh was … Continue reading I’m Funny How? Funny Like I’m a Clown, I Amuse You? I Make You Laugh?
Embrace the Fear
This Post was originally published on October 18th, 2014 For most of my life I have been afraid, not just afraid, but terrified. I know that may seem incongruous, but it is true. I am afraid of falling, and dying alone, and the things that lurk in the darkest corners of my imagination, and failure, … Continue reading Embrace the Fear
Born to Run
This Post was originally published on September 12th, 2014 Last year I decided that I wanted to push myself and run a 5k. More important than just setting a goal for myself I vocalized it. I distinctly remember telling the first person that I was going to give it a shot and having her roll … Continue reading Born to Run
A Moment of Silence
This Post was originally published on July 30th, 2014 I suppose that it is a good thing that most of my current friends were the ones that I made during the first 2 years of college. I have certainly met new people and formed new friendships, but through it all the core of people who … Continue reading A Moment of Silence
Antisocial
This Post was originally published on July 11th, 2014 Some might say that I have a bit of an addictive personality. Whatever I do I tend to do it often and in large doses and find it hard to quit. Work, beer, and even social media turn from things in my life to things that … Continue reading Antisocial
Addicted to Workahol
This Post was originally published on June 2nd, 2014 “Why do you work so much?” That is invariably the question that I get whenever I explain my schedule to family or friends for the first time. As with any broad question the answer depends on what whomever is asking wants to hear. I can name … Continue reading Addicted to Workahol