Author Archives: Douglas R. Satterfield
[October 18, 2024] People make assumptions in everything we do, otherwise nothing would get done but here the reference is to the important assumptions. The basic principle of good habits is “never assume anything” of consequence. I originally published this article years ago but resurrected it because of its relevance in today’s presidential race. The terrible performance of… Read More »
[October 17, 2024] In past articles, I’ve included many great quotes that instantly say something to the reader. My favorites quotes are those that make me sit up and take notice, often clarifying some nebulous idea. Years ago, I started reading Friederich Nietzsche to learn more about the human condition , rather than as a hobby. I found… Read More »
[October 16, 2024] I’m sitting in my recliner with my right leg propped up, bandaged, and swollen after knee-replacement surgery last week. That means I have time to cruise the Internet for memes and other almost-worthless ideas. Today, I have a few pictures to post about Indigenous Peoples Day. I will be accused of mocking the newest leftist… Read More »
[October 15, 2024] The core message of my website since day one has been to show what proper leadership looks like and how to succeed in a difficult leader environment. Then, out of nowhere comes VP pick Tim Walz that gives us a classic example of what not to do as a leader. Where’s Walzo? is the newest… Read More »
[October 14, 2024] Our unexpected discovery of an abandoned, old town north of Abilene, Texas, near Lake Fort Phantom-Hill was something special for my friend David and me. We’d heard from others in our neighborhood about lost towns scattered throughout the area and within driving distance of our home. And there she was, sitting pretty and waiting for… Read More »
[October 13, 2024] Growing up in the South part of the United States my biggest fear was getting eaten by an alligator, bit by a poisonous snake, and stung by a scorpion. One of the first scary films (I cannot remember the name) I saw as a kid showed a man falling into a pit of alligators somewhere… Read More »
[October 12, 2024] A few nights ago, I had an interesting conversation with a young man about his philosophy on raising kids. Below is part of the conversation (as best as I can remember it) that is at the heart what he thinks best for his children. I liked Bob M’s story1 enough that the ideas he expressed… Read More »
[October 11, 2024] Advice for Boys: a primer for succeeding. This article is a rough draft. The focus is on young boys but will be invaluable to girls also. Here are the advice that I would give to kids today. Your comments will be helpful Seek to be the dumbest person in the room,,, surround yourself with people… Read More »
[October 9, 2024] Tomorrow, bright and early, I have outpatient surgery; nothing serious but I will not post an article that day (this Thursday). Hey, drugs can do wonders for pain but my brain might not be into it. I promise to quickly return and to start a new series that I believe most will enjoy. Yes, the… Read More »
[October 8, 2024] On occasion, I run across someone with the good sense and moral courage to stand up and tell the truth. A middle-aged woman with a YouTube Channel titled What’s Up w/Sheila has kicked up a controversy by telling the world that black on black disrespect is out of control. In Sheila’s uploaded video from a… Read More »