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About paulefallon

Greetings reader. I am a writer, architect, cyclist and father from Cambridge, MA. My primary blog, theawkwardpose.com is an archive of all my published writing. The title refers to a sequence of three yoga positions that increase focus and build strength by shifting the body’s center of gravity. The objective is balance without stability. My writing addresses opposing tension in our world, and my attempt to find balance through understanding that opposition. During 2015-2106 I am cycling through all 48 mainland United States and asking the question "How will we live tomorrow?" That journey is chronicled in a dedicated blog, www.howwillwelivetomorrw.com, that includes personal writing related to my adventure as well as others' responses to my question. Thank you for visiting.

Featured Response: Busy Mother, Everywhere USA

Posted on September 16, 2015 by paulefallon

I received this response from the mother of three young boys who asked to remain unidentified due security issues surrounding her family’s work. Although I prefer people to identify themselves, in this case anonymity actually strengthens her response. We all … Continue reading →

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Trip Log – Day 132 – Coos Bay, OR to Gold Beach, OR

Posted on September 15, 2015 by paulefallon

September 14, 2015 – Overcast, 60 degrees Miles Today: 76 Miles to Date: 6,904 States to Date: 23 The pattern of clouds and sun on the West Coast is opposite what we usually get back East. At home our mornings … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: Krys Holmes, Director of Myrna Loy Center, Helena, MT

Posted on September 15, 2015 by paulefallon

Any place called the Myrna Loy Center deserves investigation. So I sent a cold email and was pleased when Krys Holmes, the Center’s Director, invited me to visit the massive historic building that was once Helena’s jail and now serves … Continue reading →

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Trip Log – Day 131 –Florence, OR to Coos Bay, OR

Posted on September 14, 2015 by paulefallon

September 13, 2015 – Sun, 65 degrees Miles Today: 55 Miles to Date: 6,828 States to Date: 23 I spent the entire day rolling along US 101 within the Oregon Coast Dunes National Recreation Area. Tall trees shade the highway … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: Don Funke, Bozeman, MT

Posted on September 14, 2015 by paulefallon

  I knew there was a good story lurking within when a distinguished looking middle-aged man opened the door to the townhouse on Montana State University campus. Why was this successful looking guy living in student housing? Turns out Don … Continue reading →

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Trip Log – Day 130 – Eugene, OR to Florence, OR

Posted on September 13, 2015 by paulefallon

September 12, 2015 – Sun, 75 degrees Miles Today: 78 Miles to Date: 6,773 States to Date: 23  Any Saturday that begins with coffee on Kurt’s sunny deck bodes well. It was difficult to leave such a serene place and … Continue reading →

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Responses: How will we live tomorrow?

Posted on September 13, 2015 by paulefallon

How will we live tomorrow? “I’ve found a little spot in Scottsburg to park my motorhome. It’s got a little grocery store and a restaurant with a bar. I’m 45, single, and not looking for a woman. What else do … Continue reading →

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Trip Log – Day 129 – Eugene, OR

Posted on September 13, 2015 by paulefallon

September 11, 2015 – Sun, 85 degrees Miles Today: 10 Miles to Date: 6,695 States to Date: 23   Today I explored the University of Oregon and Eugene. I had morning meetings to discuss tomorrow with the Admissions and International … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: Julie Hollar / Brantley, Choteau, MT

Posted on September 12, 2015 by paulefallon

  Forty-odd years ago Julie Hollar / Brantley died. She saw the afterlife, the glories of heaven. She was in her early twenties. She read accounts of other’s dying and coming back to life. Her death experience aligns with those … Continue reading →

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Trip Log – Day 128 –Salem, OR to Eugene, OR

Posted on September 11, 2015 by paulefallon

September 10, 2015 – Sun, 85 degrees Miles Today: 84 Miles to Date: 6,685 States to Date: 23 The next time I am having a tough day I’ll try to remember this one – a perfect day of cycling in … Continue reading →

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