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Core Beliefs – Chapter 24 - Repeat Performance. On Friday about 9:00 a.m., the crew assembled in the control room. Joe had brought food, coffee, and water. Matt was relieved when Suchet said, “We will ramp to 75% power and work our way from there.” The feeling today was totally business. Matt recognized that this was how science worked. The glory comes after the grind. They again went through the detailed and precise start-up process, but this time, the team brought power t

Core Beliefs – Chapter 23 - The Scientific Grind Matt rode with Chris to the farm and found food waiting on the table. Marcy had made a habit of having something cooked just in case anyone needed to munch. Eldridge had just finished breakfast. Matt asked how the planting went, concerned if enough rain had fallen. “I think the seed’s in good shape,” Eldridge said. “It’s towards July that I worry the most.” “How’s Doug behaving?” Matt asked with a chuckle. Eldridge smiled.

Core Beliefs – Chapter 22 - Anticipation Matt had finally slipped into a deep sleep, finding himself in the middle of a wonderful dream, when a bang on his door smashed the reverie. Aggravation elevated as the blasted noise continued. “What is it!” Matt yelled. “I’m headed out to the silo,” Chris cheerfully called back. “Do you want to come?” Matt loved Chris dearly, but at that moment, he could have throttled him. “No, I’m going back to sleep! Go on, and I’ll see you la

Core Beliefs - Chapter 21 - Road trip. Matt Lehman had not felt such powerful momentum since he had formed Cor-Digital. His focus was intense as he juggled business, new relationships, and a whole new level of discovery. And then there were the moments when all focus was lost, and his mind was filled with images of Ling, her eyes, smile and lips on his stole his breath and for moments Matt was oblivious to the world around him. He would sigh a smile and once more shoulder h

Core Beliefs – Chapter 20 - New Man in Town On the plane, Dr. Kumar commented, “It appears you have extended your relationship with Dr. Chang since our correspondence?” “She’s amazing,” Matt said. “I would probably be dead if not for her extraordinary efforts to save me.”   Matt told Dr. Kumar about his breakdown and the wonders worked by Dr. Chang. Dr. Kumar raised an eyebrow. “In my country, we do not talk about mental conditions. The stigma can hurtfully mark a family. I

Core beliefs - Chapter 19 - First Date It felt like Matt and his compadres were scrambling like roaches when the lights came on. Everyone hustled on their individual tasks, and that they all hustled to help each other succeed made Matt smile. Chris and Doug collected the original experiment materials from the bonded warehouse and transported them to the farm. The silo had been pumped out, and Doug, Eldridge, Elvin, and even Ellie had pressure-washed the walls and cleaned t

Core Beliefs: Chapter 18: Images of Things Impossible On Tuesday, January 29, Matt had asked those involved with the New Adventure to meet at Joe’s. Anxiety had been building, and all the changes were wearing on both Matt’s body and psyche. Selling bits of the business, the Martins’ moving, and now, the snap decision to fly to India and meet Dr. Kumar. The group spent the day planning. Joe continued to ensure they were on sound legal ground; Chris revised and added to the l

Core Beliefs – Chapter 17 - Saying goodbye Matt went home from the hospital on Saturday afternoon, January 5th. His mind still stumbled over the crazy idea that old memories could rip a body apart, but deep inside, he knew he was on his second life. For the next few days, Joe and Cynthia watched over him, with frequent visits from Chris and Charlotte. *** The Monday after his release, Joe took Matt for a drive. They visited many of the places that held fond memories of Mar

Core Beliefs – Chapter 16 - Another Year, Not. Happy New Year gushed from the TV. Matt awoke late and fixed cereal for breakfast. He was...

Core Beliefs – Chapter 15 - First contact Matt was amazed at how much was happening. Eldridge had cut a hole in the plywood going to the...