The sacred heart of fools ain’t sacred People in another part of the world (I’m in America) have their sacred cow. And that’s become sort of a metaphor for whatever somebody holds dear. But I don’t wanna use that. Because I’m talking about the sorry state of human beings and the way they talk to and treat each other these days. Individual desires trump … Read the rest…
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Perks that works and this island is my land That’s an improper use of the word, “works”, just so I could make it rhyme better. So, sue me. And this episode of the Rhyme and Reason Podcastis a bit of a double rant. These are two subjects I shared in previous blog posts. And the subjects have both come up again in recent days. … Read the rest…
Who is your own worst enemy? Have you ever done something you know you shouldn’t do…and then later, wonder why you did that? How about this? Did you ever pass up on the chance to do something good or right? You knew you should do it, but you just didn’t do it. If you’ve ever found yourself in either of those scenarios, you probably … Read the rest…
If you’re living life alone after 50, read this. In America, for the past few decades, many people have chosen careers and thrills over marriage. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with staying single. Let me say that right up front. As long as you’re living a life full of honorable pursuits, serving your fellow man, and keeping your focus off sexual urges, you can live a … Read the rest…
Which is more important? Your interests…or the interests of others? Notice how I didn’t say the interests of others are all the matter? I’m not suggesting you forget all your own interests, your own needs, wants, and desires. Far from it. You must look out for those. But when you put your own interests above those of others, you risk being conceited or a … Read the rest…
Have you ever been in a dark room fumbling to find the light switch? You can’t see a thing, and you know if you don’t turn the light on you’re bound to stumble over something…right? It’s a vulnerable and insecure feeling. But once you find the switch, flip it on, and the light floods the room, instantly all that stumbling insecurity disappears. And that’s … Read the rest…
Would you believe there are still guys who travel from town to town with the ol’ love ’em and leave ’em motto etched in their minds? This is something I sang about a few years back in a song called “Lightning Love”. As you know, lightning love strikes quickly and never in the same place twice. And it almost always leaves a negative, indelible … Read the rest…