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Category: Reflections

Reflection is not passive — it is how we make meaning. These pieces turn inward to examine experience, belief, and growth, offering candid perspectives on the questions that shape how we live and who we are becoming.

Nathan standing at the Grand Canyon at sunset
Family Reflections

Having Fun

May 9, 2026June 9, 2026 Nate EllingsonLeave a Comment on Having Fun

The Doctor says he does what’s right because it’s right — not because it’s fun. I respectfully disagree. When something is right AND fun AND meaningful all at once, you’re finally on the right path.

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Barrel with fire coming out of the top
Common Ground Veteran Reflections

Not Forgetting

May 6, 2026June 9, 2026 Nate EllingsonLeave a Comment on Not Forgetting

I want this nation to heal. But let me be clear — healing is not forgetting. Healing is not looking the other way. You cannot build something whole on a rotten foundation.

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Reflections

New Journey

May 5, 2026June 17, 2026 Nate Ellingson

A new path. A clean digital home for writing, photography, and video. Honest reflection on life, humanity, and the world around us — including a dad playing guitar while his daughter loses her mind with joy.

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Common Ground Reflections

The Path

April 30, 2026June 9, 2026 Nate EllingsonLeave a Comment on The Path

Daryl Davis is a Black musician who befriended members of the KKK — not to endorse them, but to talk. Over 200 members left the organization because of it. That’s the power of conversation over contempt.

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Nathan Ellingson and daughter playing music together
Reflections

Own Yourself

April 29, 2026June 9, 2026 Nate EllingsonLeave a Comment on Own Yourself

The guitar goes unplayed. The book sits in the folder. The paintbrush dries out. When everything feels heavy it’s easy to put down the things that make you feel light. This is a call to pick them back up.

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Nathan Ellingson

Nathan Ellingson

Welcome! Here you will find my personal reflections of life, photos for my book, and fun and inspirational videos. I am a US Air Force veteran, writer, musician, web developer, aspiring photographer, and father of three living in rural Wisconsin. I find philosophy in night walks with my dog and meaning in the world around me one photograph at a time. When I am not writing or taking photos you will find me diving into Marvel, Doctor Who, or whatever music is currently keeping me sane. MyAnthologyOfThoughts is my collection of images and reflections on life, humanity, and the journey home. I'm happy you are here, enjoy!

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Common Ground

Better Systems

August 8, 2026August 8, 2026
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Common Ground

Shared Responsibility

July 29, 2026August 3, 2026
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Veteran

Earned Benefits

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026

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