Greatness! But… what is it?
Is it a perilous ascent? A massive wall? The title of some long-dead emperor? Confronting barriers high and deep? Or is it something smaller, simpler, quieter. The courage to commit. The humility to listen. In these pages, our writers explore greatness in forms both unexpected and deeply personal — from a childhood prune tree to the casting of runes.
Navigating the streets of Saigon. Capturing the flag in the redwoods. Libations both flat and Phillips. A thirty-day plan for career in-betweeners. Greatness is not always heroic. More often it is found in the simple, the everyday, and the generous.
The President’s Firepit Chat:
The MDI Town Hall
For those who missed the MDI Town Hall last month, we have a recap – with stick figures (and yes, there’s an animated cartoon in here) laying out MDI President Chris ‘Doug’s Journey’ Christopher’s vision of our path forward. Who else could make a stick-figure into a three-dimensional man?
A Chance for Greatness… and Support
Right now, greatness might look like supporting one of our own. Michele Balinda, of MDI’s Atlas Region, was swept up by ICE and has been in custody for months. See inside for details on how you can help.
Question of the Month
Please see our new Question of the Month, upon which you’re encouraged to weigh in, sound off, or otherwise raise a ruckus – which rantings will be printed here next month.
Under Construction? Yes! (But Change is Good!)
Look for Major Changes to this publication over the next months. Some radical new features
will be coming your way. Until then enjoy the articles, the comics, and more.
Happy reading, and thanks!
… and Don’t Forget the Comics!
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