Bob Northam recently retired from his position as VP, Finance for a Fortune 500 company. He has been a dialysis patient for a number of years. He graduated from Mepham High School in Bellmore, NY. He has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University and an MBA from Boston College. He worked in industry for 32 years. He and his wife Donna live in New Hampshire. They have two adult children and two grandchildren.

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How do you deal with writer’s block?

Bob Northam My response is mostly physical, like standing on my head, sprawling out on the floor, going outside to dig a ditch then filling it back in, that sort …moreMy response is mostly physical, like standing on my head, sprawling out on the floor, going outside to dig a ditch then filling it back in, that sort of thing. It helps me resist my first impulse, which is to unplug my computer and sending it hurtling out the window.(less)

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What’s the best thing about being a writer?

Bob Northam I'd say the freedom the express your real feelings without being labelled a complete crackpot. Well, okay, you might still be labelled a crackpot, but…moreI'd say the freedom the express your real feelings without being labelled a complete crackpot. Well, okay, you might still be labelled a crackpot, but at least you've had a chance to vent.(less)

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Random Ramblings ’18

Bob Here.

Normally, my written thoughts are a focused conglomeration supporting a central theme. But, for some reason, when the New Year rolls around, I feel the need to unload an accumulation of random ramblings, some having to do with the all-encompassing, far-reaching, and ever-present force in my life (that would be dialysis), and some just about existence in general.

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