• The Chemist

    The Chemist

    I can feel it happening Breaths getting thin Farther in between Like I’m fading in. I’m leaving, This opioid dream Not for me. Not where I’ve been. I want the sharp turns. I want the twist. I want my organs Rattle my ribs. I want my heart to drop, Just…

  • Free

    I’ve been reminiscing on the wind About gliding through the luster of my hair. I am transfixed— by the asylum found in there. My escape from my own pretenses. I walked through the meadow floor Stumbling upon the lives that appeared before me. An existence of utter tranquility That momentary…

  • War

    War

    This poem reflects on a childhood shaped by conflict hidden behind the appearance of a normal family. In public, the father is charming and admired, present at recitals and quick to play the role of the attentive parent. At home, however, arguments and blame fill the space, and the child…

  • Industrial Labeling Software for Workplace Safety and Compliance 

    Workplace safety depends on clear, consistent labeling. Industrial labeling software helps organizations standardize how safety information appears across equipment, containers, pipes, and facilities. By embedding OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, and GHS requirements directly into label templates, teams can design compliant labels without rebuilding formats every time a new hazard or system…

  • The Hard Parts 

    The Hard Parts 

    The hardest part of a deep connection is the physical memory it leaves behind. It’s the way a scent or a shadow pulls you back to the start, even when you’re trying to move forward. You can “play it smart,” but the heart doesn’t always follow the rules.

  • Inside the Changes to NFPA 70 Electrical Labeling 

    What Changed in NFPA 70 Electrical Labeling in 2026?  In the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association’s NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), most electrical labeling requirements remain consistent, but one key area was clarified and updated. The primary change affects arc flash hazard labeling under Article 110.16, which now requires specific, data-driven information rather than general warning language.  These updates clarify how NFPA 70…

  • Winter Safety in Motion with Reflective and Non-Slip Labeling 

    Winter Safety in Motion with Reflective and Non-Slip Labeling 

    How Can Facilities Reduce Winter Slip and Visibility Risks?   Facilities can reduce winter slip and visibility risks by improving low-light visibility and increasing traction in high-risk areas. Reflective floor markings help workers and vehicles navigate safely in winter darkness, while non-slip labeling adds grip where snow melt and ice make surfaces unpredictable.   The sections below…

  • Modern ERP System Adoption and the Shift Away from Legacy Platforms 

    Modern ERP System Adoption and the Shift Away from Legacy Platforms 

    What’s Driving Modern ERP Adoption in Manufacturing and Warehousing?  Manufacturing and warehousing teams are accelerating Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system adoption because legacy software no longer meets the speed, accuracy, or integration demands of modern operations. Organizations need real-time visibility, consistent data flow, and scalable systems that support inventory control…

  • Get Ahead of Facility Safety Before Year-End 

    Get Ahead of Facility Safety Before Year-End 

    A focused signage audit uncovers risks, closes gaps, and prepares your facility.   As facilities wind down annual operations, it’s easy for visual communication to fade into the background.  One of the simplest ways to reinforce safety before the new year is to look at the visual systems that hold…

  • How to Improve Fire Safety with Custom Labels and Signs 

    How to Improve Fire Safety with Custom Labels and Signs 

    Why Does Fire Safety Signage Matter in Every Workplace?  Worksites that handle heat, fuel, and high-energy tools face more than visible hazards. A spark from a torch or grinder can land where it shouldn’t, and within seconds, smoke and confusion replace control. Even skilled crews can lose their bearings when…