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Memoirs of Mortality: The Haunting Odyssey of Kiler Davenport

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This has been my life since I was 14. I am now 67 years old. These images will forever be burned into my mind, soul and spirit. Body after body after body. They chase me day and night. Yes, this is PTSD. The real deal. Business as usual for those of us who swarm to these grotesque scenes. Read this and know a little bit more about me (Kiler Davenport) and why I became a talk show host and non-fiction writer. Little aborted fetuses laying in my morgue in dolls clothes, in little red ski hats, like little shriveled prunes, eyes squinched, mama says don't they look so precious. I'm thinking to myself 'we should just throw them away', that is what we do with most fetuses. Mama wants a proper burial. so we give it to her. Fetus after fetus after fetus. Like little alien beings from another planet. I held them in the palm of my hand. and I said, “God, where are you?” Standing among stinking rotting decomp, swollen, oozing bodies of all race and age. the smell on my clothes fo...

The New Tribalism: Rediscovering Friendship in a Fragmented World

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In today’s rapidly changing world, the concept of friendship is undergoing a profound transformation. As we navigate the complexities of modern life, the ancient idea of forming tribes—groups bound by shared values and mutual support—is more relevant than ever. In these challenging times, building a tribe is not just about finding companionship but creating a support network that can sustain us emotionally, mentally, and sometimes even physically. The Importance of Forming Tribes Human beings are inherently social creatures. Historically, our survival depended on our ability to cooperate within groups that provided mutual aid and protection. In the modern context, while we may not face the same physical threats, the emotional and psychological challenges of living in an often impersonal society can be just as daunting. Forming a tribe in today’s world means creating a circle of friends who offer more than just casual social interaction; they provide a foundation of real support, unders...