Theory versus reality
There is an old, scurrilous joke about a kid asking his dad about the difference between theory and reality. One doesn’t need a joke, however, … Read more
Wisdom
Angle of Repose
A bit of physics to start this post. Picture in your mind a pile of gravel on the ground after being poured from a chute, … Read more
Beginnings
As I have written here several times, I admire the writing of Wendell Berry whose work includes fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. A poem of his … 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
Resurrection
Although I consider myself a freethinker, I find that religious terms are often useful metaphors to apply to broader concepts. Grace is an obvious one, … Read more