Category Archives: thought provoking thoughts

Everything In Moderation

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Is everything in moderation something you live by? I don’t because it doesn’t apply to every avenue of life. Here’s a short explanation of what I mean. “Everything in moderation” isn’t universally axiomatic. For example, we shouldn’t want murder, or stealing, false accusations in moderation. Drinking in moderation…yes…or shopping in moderation…certainly. But true, inalienable rights come from the Creator…otherwise they’re just policies…subject to subjectivism … Read the rest…

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Happy Pi Day Mmm…I love pi. Blueberry, pecan, pumpkin, and the always delectable strawberry pi. I’m so glad to find out they’ve created a special Pi Day. Not just pi in the sky What a glorious…huh?…what did you say? Pi day is all about circles? Well, duh. Have you ever seen a square pi? Or rectangular? Or trapizoidal? Or anything but round pi? No, … Read the rest…

Health Care Law For Baby Boomers Is Toxic

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I just read an article that said when the upcoming health care law goes into effect in 2014, baby boomers stand to benefit the most. Don’t believe it for a second! Take Control Of Your Own Health I remember way back when I was going to school in Pasadena, Texas. Our house was near a paper mill, not far from refineries, and the air … Read the rest…

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I like to bring levity to my blog as often as it makes sense to do so. The cartoon self portrait of me is proof. But I would like to get serious for just a few seconds and remind you to be safe out there this New Year’s Eve. I don’t know if you’ve noticed how many violent deaths are happening, but the number … Read the rest…

A Writer Singer In The Wide Open Spaces

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Take a few minutes and let your brain loose. If you’re a writer singer like me, maybe you’ve done this before. Now, don’t reign in your brain”just let it run wild in the wide open spaces and let the wind rush through. (no one’s looking who can call you an airhead) Write down everything you can see in your mind’s eye…as soon as you … Read the rest…

Words And Music In The Analog Age

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The first “gadget” my brother and I used to record our words and music…and silliness… Combine a sleep-deprived night with a bevy of boxes and bouquets under a tree with trimmings and lights…and what do you have? An excited boy or girl who can’t wait to see if they got that Xbox or iPad or BB gun or doll they were hoping for. When … Read the rest…

Words And Music From Elvis And Golden

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So, you’re scratching your head and asking: “Words and music from Elvis and Golden?” Right? Well, did you know that on December 20th in 1957 Elvis received his draft notice for the U.S. Army? Yep, the King wasn’t quite a superstar yet, but he was big enough for everyone to notice if he’d try to get out of it…or at least only do his … Read the rest…