Category Archives: Culture

The omnipresence of the superficial

A number of years ago, I began to notice a new layer of “career” occupations on top of occupations I recognized as solid and necessary. Sort of like thick foam on top of coffee that used to be just coffee … Continue reading

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About the rainbow bridge, I am so sorry

After expressing my views about rainbow bridges, I’ve been informed that many pet owners believe in the rainbow bridge. When their beloved pets leave them, it is to cross over the rainbow bridge into an eternal back yard. Although I … Continue reading

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Meanwhile, if anybody from MAGA or elsewhere is looking for a new cult, I found one for you

The MAGA protesters outside the Miami courthouse looked fairly pitiful, in numbers and in actions. I got the feeling some of them have been deflated down to the ground. Where was the weaponry, f’instance? Did you see how many of … Continue reading

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