Xmas, Christmas, and more
During the holiday season it is common to hear some people say, “We need to put Christ back in Xmas,” bemoaning how our increasingly secular … Read more
Society
What a strange species we are
More on sustainability
In an earlier post on the subject of sustainability, I discussed the inherent hypocrisy of what individuals and organizations, particularly corporations, are doing in the … Read more
How to live and how to love
I have quoted the late author Charles Bowden several times in this blog. I admire both his unusual prose style, which often is like an … Read more
Thoughts on religion
Religion is a topic that interests me greatly. I am, however, uncomfortable with even trying to put a label on my own theological outlook because … Read more
Rules for living
Self-help advice has long been a staple of American society, addressing many aspects of our lives. Bookstore shelves, Amazon recommendations, and Google search results are … Read more
People of Amazon
A common meme in recent years has been “People of Wal-Mart.” It has manifested itself most commonly in photos of Wal-Mart shoppers who look, dress, … Read more