Walter Rhein
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I'm a small press novelist. Shoot me an email if you want to discuss writing in any capacity, or head over to my web page www.streetsoflima.com. [email protected]
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Before Quarantine
In the months before quarantine, I traveled to Peru with my family. I used to live in Peru, and I’ve often acted as a guide to Machu Picchu. The last time I went, I met up with one of my high school friends and his family. I hadn’t seen him for about ten years, and it was wonderful to have the chance to catch up and see how our lives have changed, and how they’ve stayed the same.
By Walter Rhein4 years ago in Wander
Through the Warps and Ripples of Antique Glass
Outside my window there’s a one way street. At least once a day a car misses the sign and heads straight into oncoming traffic. The error elicits a cacophony of honking horns and screeching tires. I always stop working at the sound and turn to observe. I haven’t seen any crashes yet, but I remain hopeful.
By Walter Rhein4 years ago in Humans
When Quarantine Ends, I’m Going Out For Pancakes
9:17 AM When quarantine ends, I’m going to get my wife and kids out of bed at 9:17 AM and take them out for pancakes. The one thing I like about stay at home is that we get to sleep in. That’s going to be a hard thing to give back up when life returns to normal.
By Walter Rhein4 years ago in Motivation
Dreams of Running The Great Wall of China
In times of uncertainty, there is nothing more uplifting than making plans to embark on a journey. It’s amazing how quickly you can transform your life through the simple act of movement. We all fall into the ruts of routine and expectation, but when the familiar becomes a burden it’s time for a change of scenery.
By Walter Rhein4 years ago in Wander
The Seven Stages of Grief Quarantine Playlist
The Coronavirus pandemic has rocked our lives and shaken the foundations of our mental stability. For the last few weeks, we’ve all been riding a roller coaster of emotion and it doesn’t look like the end is anywhere in sight. This has been a traumatic experience for the entire world, and for the sake of everyone’s health it’s important to understand how to navigate the seven stages of grief as it relates to a stay at home quarantine.
By Walter Rhein4 years ago in Beat
The Shadowdancers, The Songwriter, and The Buffalo Rider
The world can be a scary place, and the uncertainty brought on by the Coronavirus pandemic has all of us feeling an unprecedented level of stress. The hardest part is that there is no end in sight, and as we go on, day after day, it’s easy to feel overcome and exhausted.
By Walter Rhein4 years ago in Motivation
My Mom The Winter Warrior
On a frigid January afternoon in northern Wisconsin, my 64 year old mom was out cross-country skiing on one of the toughest trails in the world. She was preparing for the 50 kilometer American Birkebeiner when she hit a patch of ice, slipped, fell, and blew out her ACL.
By Walter Rhein4 years ago in Unbalanced
Thank You Wisconsin Poll Workers
Wisconsin poll workers are heroes. On April 7th, 2020, Wisconsin held the most dangerous election in history. The state is in the midst of a multi-week effort to slow the spread of the Coronavirus. Our main weapon in this battle has been to maintain social distancing. Schools have been closed since mid-March, and responsible citizens are limiting themselves to one weekly trip for groceries and other supplies.
By Walter Rhein4 years ago in The Swamp
Moderates Must Appeal to Progressives
Keep in mind this article is about facts. It’s not about how elections “should be” it’s about how elections are. The problem with moderates is that they get themselves worked up and frustrated when voters don’t do exactly as they are told.
By Walter Rhein4 years ago in The Swamp