Category Archives: America
DAYS OF YORE
PHOTO OF ME CIRCA 1944We all like to remember the pleasant things from our past. I think every generation believes that the “good old days” were the times they were growing up and young adults. George Washington undoubtedly preferred remembering the … Continue reading
CAMELOT
“Like the Arthurian years at Camelot, the Sixties constituted a breakthrough, a fleeting moment of glory, a time when a significant little chunk of humanity briefly realised its moral potential and flirted with its neurological destiny, a collective spiritual awakening … Continue reading
HAPPY WHATEVER DAY!
Today my calendar says that it’s Columbus Day. In my liberal state of Minnesota, the name of the day has been changed to Indigenous People’s Day? North of our border, my Canadian friends are celebrating Thanksgiving Day. I won’t challenge any … Continue reading
CHAIN OF EVENTS
Ripple effects of every day, can change or drive us down, The way to find contentment is in every perfect sound, The breath of the wind entwines you, the grip of hate hangs tight, No matter how you battle it, it’s right … Continue reading
CONSISTENCY
The air chokes with death and the smells of it. Deep in the bowels of the earth, the demons dance for joy, Hatred, twisted minds, overtly wounded souls disperse the winds of time, Life is snuffed out like a waning … Continue reading
LAND OF THE FREE
All the hubbub of standing for our National Anthem at any sporting event is taking the spotlight big time. Who would’ve thought that our nation, built on the blood of brave men and women, would be called out for singing … Continue reading
WEDNESDAY RAMBLINGS
I, like many, had my doubts when I went to vote last November. I wasn’t convinced in my heart of hearts that my decision to vote for Donald Trump was the sagest idea I ever had. He was brash, earthy, condescending … Continue reading
BEST SELLER
Over thirty years ago, I wrote a play for my high school drama team. I’d written before, but never a full length play. The necessity for me to write was because the material out there for young teens was not consistent … Continue reading
DESTROYING OUR HISTORY
“The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate their own understanding of their history.” George Orwell We can tear down our monuments; eliminate offensive art depicting wars of the past from public buildings; try to whitewash … Continue reading
SOLID FOUNDATION
“Storms of every sort, torrents, earthquakes, cataclysms, ‘convulsions of nature,’ etc., however mysterious and lawless at first sight they may seem, are only harmonious notes in the song of creation, varied expressions of God’s love.” John Muir I feel like … Continue reading
WHERE IS GOD?
Hurricanes, wildfires, flooding, deadly tornadoes, earthquakes are all part of God’s plan. We often wonder where He is during massive destruction. We wonder where He is during a terrorist attack, when innocent people are wiped off the face of the … Continue reading
REUNITED
Our television screens have been filled with images of heroes this week. What a change. Only a short time ago, demonstrators filled the streets – violence was the fare of the day – hatred and bigotry scarred young minds and old. Now we see … Continue reading
START SPREADING THE NEWS
The first and last time I was in New York City was on a Labor Day weekend several years ago. My sister had purchased my ticket and met me there. It was the perfect time to visit, since the usual … Continue reading
BACKYARD THEATER
I cannot even begin to comment on the above picture. I was born in 1942 and most of my childhood occurred during the 40s and 50s. We didn’t even have a television set until I turned ten. It was … Continue reading
WHAT DO WE TELL OUR CHILDREN?
“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.” Ronald Reagan During this time … Continue reading
REMOVE THE PLANK
As we prepare for the coming solar eclipse, we’re being warned not to focus directly on it. If we do, we’re allowing for damage to the retina and possible blindness. I wonder if it would make any difference to our … Continue reading
STOP THE WORLD
About a year ago, I started posting cartoons pertaining to writers. I did this as a means of taking my mind off of the negativity going on prior to our last election. Laughter can be good medicine, but so often … Continue reading
IMAGINE
“But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. To one who strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and … Continue reading
HEY, AIRMAN!
My mother always said, there was nothing more handsome than a man in uniform. I find that amusing, since her husband never served in the military and never wore any kind of uniform. When my man decided to fill his … Continue reading
WHAT HAVE WE DONE?
In my years of living, I’ve not seen so much change as I have within the last 20 years. Could it be that we’ve been duped? Americans used to have a dream of a better life, a strong work ethic, … Continue reading
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