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In participating in a protest honoring someone I’ve known as long as I’ve breathed who was gunned down by what can only be described as a cowardly and overzealous cop, three (3) thoughts occurred to me: 1) that if I… Continue Reading →
You’ll make Juan Blea very happy!! The Kindle version is free today and tomorrow {That’s SO CHEAP! The average price of a gallon of milk is $3.55… $4.75 if you’re lactose intolerant! What else will provide entertainment and lasting knowledge… Continue Reading →
Yesterday, someone told me that I shouldn’t be opening up certain cans of worms. But, as a writer, I do believe it’s my duty to use words as shields against oppression. I’m not afraid of being disliked; I’m not afraid… Continue Reading →
A book reviewer from South Africa read Journey to Aztlan and said “So What?” Well, in response to his question, he needs to be shown: That’s what! Even though that reviewer didn’t like Journey to Aztlan, a lot of people… Continue Reading →
We need to come together and stand in solidarity against unchecked power. Police killings in New Mexico are becoming all too common and we need to do something to stop those killings. Please read the story at the link below…. Continue Reading →
Dang, talk about a kick in the head: I just got a negative review on Amazon for my book Journey to Aztlan. Just as a sample of the review, someone named Eddie from South Africa said, “Juan’s story is told… Continue Reading →
I was talking with someone the other day about a seventeen (17) year old girl who was using crystal meth. “Her mom and grandpa are on top of her about it, but she just won’t stop,” said the person. I… Continue Reading →
I have learned that having a marketable skill is the key ingredient in gaining and expressing power. An artist can express, but what good is all the beautiful expression if, at the end of the day, there’s nothing to eat… Continue Reading →
I have learned that having a marketable skill is the key ingredient in gaining and expressing power. An artist can express, but what good is all the beautiful expression if, at the end of the day, there’s nothing to eat… Continue Reading →
One of the things I’m for which I’m always advocating is the idea of understanding triggers. The method that I teach to understand those triggers is reflective writing. So, I think I need to practice my own teaching. Yesterday, the… Continue Reading →
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