Contrapasso

Contrapasso

As I considered a theme for this Friday message, Jeopardy gave me the answer, or maybe the question. As the Orange Wanker continues his Regime’s daily assault on our laws, ethics and morality—our cumulative resilience, the question is found in Dante’s epic poem, what...
Stinker

Stinker

In early 17th Century Britain, a contemptible person was known as a “stinker.” I was reading some journalist reports that #47 has a very unpleasant odor. A bit of research does not narrow down the best description of the stench but most do include some mention that...
Revolution 9

Revolution 9

First Tee is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to positively impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs.  The core values taught  are honesty, integrity, sportsmanship, respect, confidence, responsibility, perseverance,  and courtesy....
Ad Hominem

Ad Hominem

When was the last time you felt compelled to call someone a name.  A recent Huffington Post article suggests most of us gave up that childish approach in Junior High or maybe continued through high school if you were very immature.  Most of us have figured...
Man in Black

Man in Black

I read an article about Johnny Cash this week. I was really just looking for a reprieve from all the awful news related to the tragedy that is unfolding in our country. Growing up listening to the Beatles, Stones, Led Zeppelin, Jethro Tull. Fleetwood Mac and even...