Author Archives: Stephen Futterer

“A Mesmerizing False Memory”

This really cool photo was taken by my old friend Reed several years ago (Nov 2018). I clearly liked the image and must have saved it to my iPhone. I assume it’s a petrochemical stain and it forms a neat sunburst pattern. My inner nerd puts him on the threshold of a time-space portal. ButContinue reading ““A Mesmerizing False Memory””

“Scott Atlas Shrugged”

ONE DAY ONLY!! In actual fact, this event at the Atomic bookstore in Baltimore was for a graphic novel “Ultrasound” by Conor Stechschulte. I know nothing about the author/book but the sign’s wording forced a double-take. And it got me to thinking — what if world-renown radiologist Scott Atlas had come here to sign ultrasoundContinue reading ““Scott Atlas Shrugged””

“These are a few of my favorite things…”

There’s a nice gift shop in Baltimore’s Harbor East called CURIOSITY where we have stumbled on terrific knickknacks and edible treats, including this tasty one! Perfect little tangy delectable for your pre-dinner wine/cocktail. Pair with chips or eat them straight out of the jar. [WARNING: this product can spoil your appetite due to overconsumption].

“The Torchlight Zone”

To paraphrase Goethe, “It’s not enough to own Twilight Zone action figures, you have to deploy them.” I purchased a few as gag gifts for my sisters. Big hit. One sister, herself a health-care provider, took the pig-nurse to her office for display. But it freaked out her co-worker and she had to stick itContinue reading ““The Torchlight Zone””