How White Lies Topple the Mighty

On August 24, 2018December 18, 2018 By Sean D. LaytonIn Houseguest, Human Interest, Humor4 Comments

So, the Trump/Obama adviser who I gave an Uber ride to had to resign. Apparently, she got caught fibbing about a law degree. I know, I know, Trump lies every day and nothing happens, but he's had a lot more practice.

Indian Band Fights Depression with Heavy Metal

On July 20, 2018July 21, 2018 By Sean D. LaytonIn Human Interest, Other Artists2 Comments

I'm not a metal head, but I love the Indian heavy metal band Bloodywood. In their latest video, they tackle the twin scourges of depression and suicide.

Verna Jones attending meeting with Donald Trump

I Gave a Ride to a Trump Advisor and It Wasn’t to Walmart

On July 9, 2018August 29, 2018 By Sean D. LaytonIn Human Interest, Rideshare8 Comments

A Trump advisor needed a ride to the store from me last night and it wasn't to talk to the president's supporters.

Finally Took a DNA Test and Yep, I’m Human (More or Less)

On May 31, 2018November 29, 2018 By Sean D. LaytonIn Houseguest, Human Interest, Humor2 Comments

I've always been fascinated by history and genealogy, so it's been somewhat ironic that I know so little about my family history. So I ordered a DNA test to see what kind of genetic surprises might be hiding in the Layton woodpile.

When a Gold Digger Goes in for the Kill

On May 19, 2018November 30, 2018 By Sean D. LaytonIn Human Interest, Humor, Rideshare5 Comments

It's weird when you meet someone whose behavior is so out there they seem almost like a caricature. I met a young woman yesterday who is a real-life gold digger — or at least who was stretching her wings and trying it out.

How Not to Burn Your House Down

On March 16, 2018November 30, 2018 By Sean D. LaytonIn Houseguest, Human Interest, Humor3 Comments

So the Persian New Year known as Nowruz is almost here. Are you excited? Yeah, I didn’t have it on my calendar either, but the Houseguest asked me to help her mark it with a simple fire ceremony.

Rolled hundred dollars banknote, two lines and a pile of meth on black background, closeup

Sample Chapter from Sean Layton’s Book

On February 26, 2018August 6, 2019 By Sean D. LaytonIn Human Interest, Sean's Non-Fiction, Writing13 Comments

Here is a chapter of the memoir I've been working on dealing with my brother's addiction. Hope you enjoy it.

There’s a Robot Out to Steal your Job

On February 18, 2018November 30, 2018 By Sean D. LaytonIn Human Interest, Humor, Musings2 Comments

Is it me or are robots stealing our jobs? Seriously, they're starting to crop up everywhere. They even have robot prostitutes. Where does it stop?

Staring at Death — A Tale of Two Passengers

On January 25, 2018November 30, 2018 By Sean D. LaytonIn Human Interest, Rideshare3 Comments

The young guy was fired up. Not at me. But at Arabs. He was Hispanic American and he let me know in no uncertain terms that he hated Arab Uber drivers.

Christmas Cheer — or Not

On December 28, 2017December 14, 2018 By Sean D. LaytonIn Human Interest, Humor, Rideshare4 Comments

The Christmas season brings out the best in people — and the worst.

Tales from the Land Manatee

Category: Human Interest