I have a journalism degree from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, but I refuse to use the term “journalist” to describe what I do. Why? It’s my personal protest against the abominable, reckless, flesh-gouging “journalism” practiced by secular media in our country. That’s why, more than a decade ago, Read more
Until recently, I thought Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae were trade names for hamberger stands and candy stores. I guess they were in a way, as big time execs treated themselves to all the meat and sweets they ever would have wanted. Looks like the artery plaque and tooth decay Read more
We found a cool piece of exercise equipment at Goodwill this weekend. It’s a Body by Jake gizmo that’s a cross between a Nordic Track and an elliptical exerciser. The best part is that it was only $14.99 and with my 25% off coupon, we got it for only $11.24. Read more
Yesterday I was reading the revelations of Julian of Norwich, the 14th century mystic who experienced visions – shewings, she called them – during grave illness. She was though to die and was suffering greatly. The priest came and held a crucifix before her so that she could gaze at Read more
There’s an old saying. It goes like this: “Mum’s the word”. It means, “SSShhhhh. Keep your mouth shut. Don’t say anything to anyone about it.” Often the expression is used when something of great import is to be kept secret. “Mum’s the word on this, okay?” Yesterday, I got a Read more
Well, it’s almost that time again. Time to go grocery shopping. Time to face the grouch goons. A very good friend of mine admonished me for being reckless in my abandon to bring good cheer to the grouch goons. She thinks it was a dangerous thing to do. “Have you Read more
I hate grocery shopping with every fiber of my being. It’s not the shopping itself I hate, it’s the people. Grocery shoppers – especially those who frequent the markets on Saturdays – are the grumpiest, meanest, crabbiest sour pusses around. The barrage of scowling faces absolutely depresses me. And that’s Read more