My daughter received an invigorating Christmas gift from her brother-in-law that any one of us might want in our possession to kick start the 2012 election season. As much as I hate to shill the products of people I don't know and have never met, I gladly do so on this occasion because their products... Continue Reading →
Meditation: A Thought for Christmas
"For unto us a child is born," "For unto us a son is given," "And the government shall be upon" Our "shoulders" May his loving voice become our own May his care for others be rejoined. Will Callender (With apologies to Isaiah) December 25, 2011
Tribute to Vaclav Havel
With the death of Vaclav Havel, the world has lost the only head of state in modern memory to attain the ideal of Philosopher King as set forth by Plato in The Republic. May his love of life and literature, and his devotion to democracy, justice and wisdom renew our hearts and minds. May others... Continue Reading →
Tribute to Christopher Hitchens
In the death of Christopher Hitchens God has lost his finest adversary. May they, God willing, continue their excellent debate for all eternity. Will Callender
Occupy Movement Befriended: Unsolicited Advice
Most of the people I know are among the "99 percent" in the totem pole of national wealth, and wish the Occupy Movement well. Only one has actually spent time at an Occupy site. Another has said, "She might."Â Most others, myself included, expect to stay at home. Some are emphatic on that point. They... Continue Reading →