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The Journey of Reflection
Each step forward is not just a move toward your destination, but a mark of growth, resilience, and the quiet proof that you are becoming...
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Feb 162 min read
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Dungeon's & Mastering - Session 1
"The Disappearance of Genara" is where our story officially begins. By this time all of the session zeroes are done and my players are...
tizomvanclief
Aug 29, 20225 min read
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Dungeon's & Mastering - Session Zero
The first in a series about my journey running a game of D&D and how it helped me through the Covid Pandemic and influenced my writing
tizomvanclief
Aug 21, 20227 min read
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My Armor
A reflection of growing up and how clothing helped shield my feelings until I was ready to learn who I was and live authentically.
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Mar 26, 20227 min read
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Lesser Known Monsters by Rory Michaelson
After reading a new queer dark fantasy, Lesser Known Monsters , the debut novel by Rory Michaelson. Excitement over the intricate and...
tizomvanclief
Jan 3, 20212 min read
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Black, Gay & Tired
I cried myself to sleep for the last three nights. I am a grown man, and I cried myself to sleep. There is nothing wrong with the display...
tizomvanclief
Jun 2, 20204 min read
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The Sweetest Story
These kids are something else, thought Alexis. Sitting on her queen-sized bed half-submerged in the covers she listened for the sounds of...
tizomvanclief
Oct 28, 20196 min read
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The Elegant Simplicity of Grilled Cheese
Let's say you are not a skilled baker. Let's say you are a step below amateur. Even the most novice of cooks can still create delicious...
tizomvanclief
Oct 17, 20192 min read
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Baking: A Stress Reliever
Have you ever had a really rough day? I mean the kind of day where you just want to eat all your feelings and become a vegetable on the...
tizomvanclief
Oct 17, 20192 min read
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Dream Bigger
Last weekend Tyler Perry created history when he opened Tyler Perry Studios, one of the largest film studios in the nation making him the...
tizomvanclief
Oct 17, 20191 min read
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Sandriel's Lament: Chapter 6
“Thieves! Stop where you are!" Standing before them, with a great sword at the ready, was a woman in plate armor molded perfectly to her...
tizomvanclief
May 29, 20198 min read
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Review: Homecoming a Film by Beyonce
First and foremost I have to say that I have always been a fan of Beyonce’s music. Growing up and listening to her evolve as an artist...
tizomvanclief
May 28, 20198 min read
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PAX East Weekend, where did you go?
Last weekend was nothing less than spectacular. It started with a road trip from NYC to Boston with some of my best friends. After an...
tizomvanclief
Apr 7, 20192 min read
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PAX East Here I Come
So, it is that time of year again. Conventions. I love them. At some point I hope to have content and merchandise to share at one of...
tizomvanclief
Mar 24, 20192 min read
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My New Obsession
I was looking forward to this show just because Aidy Bryant is the lead. She is exceptional on Saturday Night Live and I have loved her...
tizomvanclief
Mar 16, 20191 min read
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Sandriel's Lament: Chapter 5
Chapter 5 “I love you so much my angels. Another birthday, another riddle. I have much to say but I will never speak, I can open wide but...
tizomvanclief
Feb 26, 20197 min read
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Writing Goals
Sometimes I feel like the weight of the story inside my head is crushing down on me. I am finding that I am an impulsive writer, a write...
tizomvanclief
Feb 14, 20192 min read
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Sandriel's Lament: Chapter 4
It’s so red. It’s just so red, she thought as she looked down at her hands covered in Cristianos’ blood. Sandriel’s breathing was ragged....
tizomvanclief
Jan 2, 20197 min read
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Productivity Block
So this weekend I had planned to get so much accomplished. I recently joined the #writingcommunity on twitter and have been getting a...
tizomvanclief
Dec 10, 20181 min read
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Sandriel's Lament: Chapter 3
Chapter 3 Encased in a net and suspended just inches from the ground, Sandriel clawed trying to release herself and her sister. "Oh no....
tizomvanclief
Nov 26, 20188 min read
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