June 30, 2023

Let's celebrate humility

As I reflect upon the decadence of the last several decades, I think America would be better served by a Humility Month than a Pride Month.  Certainly, there are some loud voices dominating the culture right now, but no one group has corner...

July 23, 2022

A more robust culture

Being thoughtful probably seems like a luxury in times like these, but it might be fundamental to the survival of America. The increase in crime and corruption can be very intimidating. We watch the news and see what’s going on in the world and...

June 29, 2022

Cultures are not won by the timid

There was a recent study that showed that many of the people who are attracted to gatekeeper jobs, like receptionists, are psychopaths.  That seems a little extreme, but if it’s true, it means we have a lot of psychopaths walking around th...

June 26, 2022

Give the younger generations a break

There is a lot of complaining about young people these days.  The internet is full of people showcasing the peculiarities and immorality of our youth.  I understand the impulse, but after what we allowed to happen to these kids wh...

June 20, 2022

Maybe rabbits shouldn't wear jackets after all

I am a huge fan of Beatrix Potter.  I think it is partially because I identify with Peter Rabbit.  All my life, I heard "You can't just have fun all the time!" Peter and his family, with their dapper clothes and c...

June 19, 2022

Elon Musk, stay out of my head

I don't like Elon Musk.  Color me judgmental, but I automatically don't like anyone who wants to put a chip in my head.  I know he is popular right now with conservatives.  Apparently, a few freedomy tweets and a...