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Light Through the Fog

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I woke up on a Monday feeling different than I had in ages. I couldn't put my finger on it. But something had changed. I could think. I could focus. I felt great excitement for the day. For life. It was wondrous at first. Then it turned to fear. Would this last? Would the clock… Continue reading Light Through the Fog →

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Personal Constitution

February 14, 2026March 11, 2026 Rick RomaLeave a comment

I have always loved maps. Always loved guides. Why waste time when you can find a highly structured and deeply researched manual that provides the blueprint. For the longest time, I've wanted to create a guide of my own. A guide for my life. A keystone document that I could come back to when I… Continue reading Personal Constitution →

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Rick Roma writes about life, decisions, and the roads not taken. He lives in New Jersey with his wife and two daughters.

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