[January 2, 2023] Even if things are going well for you, there’s going to be a time in the future when things are rough. You or your family members will be sick, your dream will fall apart, and you will be unemployed or demoted, and this acknowledges that the “flood” is coming to your life. Things aren’t working… Read More »
[December 30, 2022] Some people succeed in life, achieving fame, family, and riches. And others fail. So many fail because they don’t actually figure out what they want. And the probability that you will get what would be good for you, or even greater than what you might want, is zero. Why? Because you don’t try. “Ask, and… Read More »
[December 29, 2022] Now, that is a good question. Why bother learning from any ancient book? The Bible, in particular, is one of those books – actually a combination of books – that has lasted longer than any civilization. Looking back at human history, we could say that the Bible is more powerful than any country or kingdom,… Read More »
[December 28, 2022] An Army Private is the lowest of the low ranks in the Army. And doing the Private’s job is very hard, demanding, dangerous, and exhausting. This job is also satisfying. Yet, to be a successful Private, you must be a good person to be around and do well at the job. Privates’ jobs can be… Read More »
[December 27, 2022] Helping women and families is one of the pinnacles of a prosperous society and countries that implement policies encouraging this help are to be praised. Hungary is highlighted today for its success in promoting women and families. Their laws can best be described as pro-family. Hungary’s Fundamental Law (i.e., its Constitution), adopted in 2011, sees… Read More »
[December 26, 2022] Rule 49 of my new book (see link below) says, “Remember Your Faith.” In just over 300 words, I wrote about the importance of connecting with your religious origins and why I believe you should. The chapter is one I get many comments about, and today, I’ll address this issue from a different direction; should… Read More »
[December 23, 2022] Modern movies are awful. They often have a “female hero” (the perfect hero without flaw, fear, or blemish) substituting for the male hero, who traditionally rides in to save the day. These modern movies have failed at the box office. I’m not surprised at all. Here is something to think about, something about the real… Read More »
[December 22, 2022] Many years ago, while I was struggling with the U.S. Army, an old, grizzled sergeant told me something I would never forget. He told me that being a real man was a serious business and that the Soldiers with me were essential to the world and that each of us had value and if we… Read More »
[December 21, 2022] Lynn Pitts is one of those “go-to” people I like to have on my short list of those who can get-er-done. I asked her to review Operation Mincemeat (2022) because it’s based on a true story and is not a typical, shoot-em-up, death and destruction war movie with ear-splitting violence. It’s more about out thinking… Read More »
[December 20, 2022] Russia is on the verge of losing thousands of soldiers in an upcoming and crushing defeat on the battlefield. Before the war, I knew Ukrainian soldiers were good since the U.S. Army had trained with them since 2015. Their technical savvy and innovativeness were noteworthy. Like many, I was happily surprised at the resilience and… Read More »