Simple thoughts, free-form writing in this post. Get ready for a roller-coaster. What is the value of money? In our capitalistic society money seems to command the top spot, that which is to be desired over everything else. Money is that which every other desire can be obtained, this idea, this falsity is ingrained and…… Continue reading The Value of Money
NEVER AGAIN – Concentration Camp
It’s late and I’m back from watching the ballet version of Don Quixote. https://youtu.be/5fKxzQ8ARTQ I had read the history of the performance and learned that it was first performed for the royalty of Russia. So, taking this information I imagined myself a European royal attending the ballet. What went through my mind? Well, being a…… Continue reading NEVER AGAIN – Concentration Camp
Religion – What defines a cult?
I just read the article from the BBC “Park Romney: Why he turned against the Mormon Church”. If you read this blog with any frequency then you know I like to talk about religion. I like to talk about the historical aspects, the origins, customs and ceremonies etc. Religion has impacted humanity more than any…… Continue reading Religion – What defines a cult?
Afghan civilians murdered by US soldier
Two very quick observations here. 1. Did you notice that no media outlet used the word “murder” to describe what happened? 2. The media never mentioned the victims names. – All of the attention was focused on the soldier and nobody reported on the victims. This was pointed out by Common Dreams -…… Continue reading Afghan civilians murdered by US soldier
Internet Overload plus random thoughts
A very heavy workday has ended and now I have a few minutes before I go into the evening routine. Usually this time would be reserved for playing World of Warcraft but thankfully I think that addiction is starting to wane. Or, it could be that I’ve created a nice little space for myself…… Continue reading Internet Overload plus random thoughts