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A Voice from the Clouds?
If there ever was a voice from the clouds (up there or out there somewhere) I’m guessing it might say […]
Freedom and Independence (just words?)
Some neighbors are “celebrating” July 4th with small bombs and gunshots. Others are flying enough flags to wrap the Statue […]
A Question for Alabama
You may have heard of this story of a pregnant black woman in Alabama who was shot, her fetus died, […]
Eleven and a Half Steps to Enlightenment
“Eleven and a Half Steps to Enlightenment” Does that title catch your attention? Disclaimer: this essay will not provide the […]
Weaving New Traditions
This amazing story of a village in Peru that replaces a grass bridge each year might offer some lessons for […]
When I Left My Ordination
I’m now a Humanist celebrant, a legal representative of Humanism in ceremonies and the public arena. I was once an […]
The Big Green Box
“The Big Green Box” Imagine a box—a big box. Now think bigger and think green—a Big Green Box (BGB). Why […]
An Amazing Wedding!
Ten years ago this week, my wife Carol and I were married in a very unique ceremony. I […]
World Religions Founded by Atheists?
This is something I’ve considered for a long time: Were the World Religions Founded by Atheists? The philosopher Socrates is […]
No Holidays for Animals
One of our neighbors came calling this morning of Passover and Easter weekend. A black bear sauntered across the patio […]
Saving Jesus, Again
Time for my annual “Secular Sermon” for “Holy Week.” If you feel a bit sorry for Jesus, or at least […]
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