[January 1, 2025] Perhaps it is fitting that my first article of the New Year is about President Jimmy Carter. My Mom advised me never to speak ill of the dead, so I will minimize my violation of her proper values. Jimmy Carter was a good man but a terrible president, as he proved repeatedly. Over the next… Read More »
[December 25, 2024] I think most Christians believe that when Christmas Day arrives, they should be both happy and relieved after all their work and anticipation. And too, as a kid, would agree that Christmas is here and a happy time. I love Christmas because it reminds me of so many good times. Also, the purpose of Christ’s… Read More »
[December 21, 2024] I arrived at college after completing my enlisted tour of duty with GI Bill in hand. My goal was to finish the last two years of my degree in engineering and return to military service. But I needed more money. Taking a job in a security firm the following summer, I was assigned to one… Read More »
[December 20, 2024] The story of Christmas is an old story going back to ancient times. More recently, we’ve created a wealth of ideas about enjoying each Christmas season. One of those ways is to watch the classic “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The show is loved by children and adults alike. Something about it gives us a good… Read More »
[December 18, 2024] Each year in December, usually close to Christmas, Pope Francis gives moral guidance on those things he believes are most important for all Roman Catholics and others. A recurring theme is his stance against abortion, which he calls “ending a young life.” It is easy to point out the mistakes of senior leaders like Pope… Read More »
[December 9, 2034] Aaron Elson is the son of a World War 2 combat veteran. After Aaron’s dad was hospitalized in 1980, Aaron bought a Sony Recording Walkman to use in one-on-one interviews with the soldiers of his dad’s unit – the 712th Tank Battalion. Later, he would interview troops from all branches of the U.S. military. The… Read More »
[December 7, 2024] We see, published today, many obligatory articles about the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, occurring almost a century ago, 83 years. The attack was an operational masterstroke, given that the country of Japan could send six aircraft carriers 4,000 miles undetected, execute an air attack, and return home unmolested. As brilliant as this operation was,… Read More »
[December 2, 2024] This is the story of an abandoned dog, lost in a forest, and luckily, he was found by a kind young woman. An interesting point I want to make is that my most-read articles involve pets, and it’s because folks love their pets. For some reason, we have a strong bond between us and our… Read More »
[December 1, 2024] As we speed toward the end of 2024, most of us might look back and think how bizarre the year turned out to be. It’s easy to be pulled downward into the grip of pessimism and negativity. A strong belief in the goodness of people is the medicine that moves us toward a cure. One… Read More »
[November 28, 2024] There are many ways to give thanks. Thank you to God, Country, and Family. And, of course, to our many friends who are scattered around the world who are never forgotten. My favorite contemporary cartoonist, Michael Ramirez, drew this one for us and thank those who make Thanksgiving Day possible. Ramirez created this for Veterans… Read More »