Baldwin on Education and Freethought
The more I read James Baldwin, the more I sense he had his finger on the national and human pulse. The following quote on education also serves as a brilliant…
Radicals and Reformers
Every significant cultural, political or religious innovation has been fired up by them. In fact, every religion was founded by them. And, of course, America was as well. Reformers who…
Forest, B&W
As a life-long West Coast guy, it took a few years to appreciate Eastern forests. Now, what used to seem “drab, grey and dead” has a beauty in every season.…
Democracy Deniers
I found this article on “Election Deniers” (WaPo) both encouraging and discouraging. You might note, as I did, the similarities to how we respond to religious faith. One response being we…
Saunter in the Smokies
A few images from our walk in Great Smoky Mountains National Park yesterday. Nature, History, Nature … (and a furry fellow saunterer we met on the way back)
Preying or Praying?
Found this little visitor on our front porch: Mantis religiosa Mantises seem calm and peaceful, curious and almost contemplative … but they’re powerful predators with lightning-fast moves. With their long necks,…
Politically Ill
For many years I worked closely with people suffering from various forms of mental illness. I take the people, and their suffering, very seriously. So, I’m not being flippant or…
Life Beyond God
I posted this following the 2016 election. Same issues, questions, nonsense we face today … ok, maybe crazier today. The Best Reason for Life Beyond God
