So much narrative… As we wrap up 2020 (even though it’s intent on sucking up the air of 2021), theer are so many things troubling me that I need to give voice to. I should really be trying harder to keep this blog from straying into the overtly political – the problem is, EVERYTHING is … Continue reading
We all look for meaning in life, don’t we? Sorry, but Douglas Adams’ notion of 42 doesn’t quite cut it for me. Many of us read or write in an attempt to understand both our fellow humans and try to discover the true meaning and purpose of our existence. We need to have the assurance … Continue reading
I’ve now been without a day-job for two whole weeks. The last time this happened was in 2000, after my customers decided they didn’t need my programming services any longer, once I’d made the world (or at least my clients) safe from the software perils of Y2K. You might remember this if you’re forty or … Continue reading
Okay, so maybe today isn’t so much meandering. President Trump has been in office for just about two years now. He was elected by the American People, by the rules of our electoral process (legitimately, which has not been disproved despite two-plus years of unproductive, politically motivated, and possibly unconstitutional investigation.) Throughout his time as … Continue reading
I saw a certain comedienne (that term is used loosely – I admit to finding no evidence of humor in her) on a “news” program this week. The only reason I’m aware of her is because she did something totally offensive last year and caused an uproar from both sides of the political aisle (that … Continue reading
Memorial Day – when we remember those who have died in our armed services, and especially what they died for. What is it that they were fighting for? Certainly not for one party or the other. Yes, a majority of service members will vote Republican, but that’s NOT why they are there (they won’t ask … Continue reading
That’s right, tomorrow is July 4th – INDEPENDENCE DAY, when we celebrate how these other guys from a long time ago decided to stop letting someone rule over them who didn’t have their best interests at heart. They fought to be independent, to control their own destiny. Independence means being reliant on yourself to get … Continue reading
(I haven’t done a Sum-it-up Sunday in a while, but we just experienced an inauguration that it would seem irresponsible to remain silent on.) Every four years, on a specified day in January, we get to experience the inauguration of The President of the United States – the much touted PEACEFUL TRANSITION OF POWER that … Continue reading
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