Hubris of Ignorance

The following link is provided with the permission of Jim Wright, Stonekettle Station: http://www.stonekettle.com/2017/04/the-hubris-of-ignorance.html   This will take a few minutes to read, so get a good cup of coffee, or as Jim might suggest, a beer.  Make yourself comfortable and be prepared to think a bit. Here are some samples from Jim’s excellent article:  

The Tyranny Has Begun – Executive Orders That Close US Borders and Oppress Her People

While people go about their daily lives, working, eating supper and doing chores, and evil is set in place. Oh, there’s plenty of distraction:  The squabble about illegal voters and numbers is back; Mr. Trump doesn’t believe reports… Meanwhile, immigrants, refugees and the people who help them are about to be targetted; Social Security and

First Families; Transitions

I have been thinking of a number of stories that are beautiful.  You have probably read or heard many of them, but they are worth repeating: *When George W. and family were moving out of the White House and the Obamas were moving in, the Bush Sisters wrote letters to the Obama girls, encouraging them

Almost There

This song is absolutely lovely! Enjoy it as my Christmas gift:

Happy Headlines

  As promised: WASHINGTON (CNN) – President-elect Donald Trump and President Barack Obama have been in regular communication, a top Trump aide said Sunday.     NASHVILLE – A lottery player who bought a ticket in Lafayette, Tenn., has won a $420.9 million grand prize, the Tennessee Lottery announced early Sunday.     Online sales

Reactions Run Amuck

What is happening????? Why are people acting out so violently?????   Perhaps it’s time for one long time out:  Take a break from all of the things that anger, distress, worry or frighten us; find some quiet, nurturing peace and calm down.  There does seem to be a corporate unrest in the air these days.

Outrageous Grace

This song has been around for a while, but it is so appropriate for the tumultuous times in which we find ourselves.  Be comforted and encouraged:

When Autumn Darkness Falls

When autumn darkness falls, what we will remember are the small acts of kindness: a cake, a hug, an invitation to talk, and every single rose. These are all expressions of a nation coming together and caring about its people. Jens Stoltenberg

A Call To Kindness

I have been considering something for a few weeks now:  A decision to learn how to sow kindness and  grace more fully.   We are exposed to so much that is crass, angry, hateful, prejudiced and just plain rude; it is time to build more noble things up.   My goal is to be a

Dog Wants a Kitty

It’s time for some comic relief; enjoy: