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These scribbles, my kaleidoscope of thought, shall reveal the way I perceive the world.

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A Circle of Strangers

Published on 2025-07-22 09:30:00 by Stefano Marinelli
Photo by Vonecia Carswell on Unsplash
Photo by Vonecia Carswell on Unsplash
On a warm Italian night, my wife and I stopped to watch the dancing. When the music cut out and a crisis unfolded, I witnessed a crowd of strangers offer a silent, profound lesson in human decency and protection.

The Broken Gramophone and the Stolen Land

Published on 2025-07-11 15:15:00 by Stefano Marinelli
Photo by CHUTTERSNAP on Unsplash
Photo by CHUTTERSNAP on Unsplash
The story of a broken gramophone and a piece of stolen land. A personal account of my family's legacy, caught between fascist violence and the calculated greed of those who wore the banner of anti-fascism for personal gain.

Where Have You Been for the Last 20 Years?

Published on 2025-06-17 15:30:00 by Stefano Marinelli
Walking away from the BSDCan final reception at Lowertown Brewery, Ottawa. The perfect end to a life-changing experience.
Walking away from the BSDCan final reception at Lowertown Brewery, Ottawa. The perfect end to a life-changing experience.
A personal journey from 20 years of self-doubt to discovering the welcoming BSD community at BSDCan. Sometimes courage comes later in life.

The Azores High and the Symphony of Pistons

Published on 2025-06-01 15:35:00 by Stefano Marinelli
Photo by Emil Karlsen on Unsplash
Photo by Emil Karlsen on Unsplash
A personal reflection on seeking tranquility outside the city, only to discover a curious modern habit: the relentless use of cars for even the shortest distances. Why do we trade peace for the car keys, even in 'quiet' havens?

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