Hello! Welcome to my archive, my library, my Athenaeum. Welcome to my humble corner, my little slice of heaven. If you’re new here, let me tell you what I do. At the Athenaeum, I collect stories, lessons, and musings about life and all its complexities. Alongside this food for the mind, I also try to provide food for the soul, believing that when we put good into our bodies, we will get good out of them. Combine all of these things with a love of sharing experiences with those around us, and you have arrived at the very core of what the Athenaeum is all about. Complex thought, amazing cuisine, life-giving friendships, and everything in between. Stick around. Stay a while. I hope you can find something here that will leave you better than when you arrived.
Our Philosophy
Community
All works included in the Athenaeum should be for the good of the community. The thoughts, stories, recipes, and everything else are meant to be shared with our neighbors. Being community focused, and living for the good of our neighbors is key to everything we create.
Nuance
Existing in a complex world means that all matters need to be understood from a myriad of angles. There are no simple solutions, no one size fits all answers. However, through nuanced conversations and hearts willing to learn, we can work together to overcome anything.
Compassion
If we do not have love and compassion for our neighbors, for our community, for each other, then we are forever doomed. Compassion comes first in all we do.
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