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Solstice Spinning

June 21, 2023 — by Harald 4 Comments

The earth spins through its seasonal cycles because of its 23.5-degree tilt off the vertical of its orbital axis. In plainer words, it leans over as it rotates every 24 hours and as it revolves once a year around the sun. And when that lean reaches its maximum tilt toward El Sol, that’s when we hit the Solstice, the longest day of the year. We in the Northern Hemisphere call it “summer.”

Here are some recent highlights of the lead up to summer 2023 for me so far . . .

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Coming and Going

March 20, 2023 — by Harald Leave a Comment

three generations in Germany — Three generations coming and going. That’s me in the middle, European style.

I was wondering about the “vernal” in the Vernal Equinox (today). So I looked it up. It’s from Latin: of or pertaining to spring. Also used for springlike, fresh, young, youthful.

And, of course, it’s the point where we’re halfway from the winter solstice to its summer complement. Sort of like a coming and a going. Helping me think about recent events in my life and what’s coming down the road . . .

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EL NORTE published!

January 1, 2023 — by Harald Leave a Comment

I’m pleased to announce the publication of my new novel EL NORTE. It’s available in all Amazon online stores worldwide (and in Kindle Unlimited). In ebook and paperback. 322 pages.

This suspense thriller follows an introverted Texas high-school graduate who has his world blown apart on a celebration trip to Central America. Will he find the strength in himself to survive and to get justice for his family?

Fresh Start

December 21, 2022 — by Harald 4 Comments

The winter solstice—when the sun stops and turns—is always a good time for a review. For what the past year brought, and what the new one portends.

So here’s a look back at my last 12 solar months based on the solstices and equinoxes, which define what I call the “solar quarters” . . .

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