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The Beloved Dead

The Beloved Dead

My dear friend Shepherd Siegel died in his home on January 14th, 2026. We had a huge celebration and he...

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Creative Nonfiction / Family / The Beloved Dead

A eulogy to honor Emma Diane Matthias.

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Creative Nonfiction / Family / The Beloved Dead

A piece of creative non-fiction about family, addiction, death, and music, dedicated to my Cousin Joanie.

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Poetry / The Beloved Dead

A poem in tribute to Saleem Peeradina.

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Personalities / Poetry / The Beloved Dead

A simple poem about one of my many favorite nuns.

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Personalities / The Beloved Dead

A poem written for an aunt in her time of dying.

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Essays / Family / Personalities / The Beloved Dead

A memorial for Grandpa Matthias.

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Creative Nonfiction / Family / Personalities / The Beloved Dead

A creative non-fiction tribute to the memory of my Aunt Dee.

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