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On Israel, Again Cross-Posted From Facebook
Suppose a Palestinian Gandhi were to arise, who rejected violence, even violence in response to violence. Who worked to free the Gazans and the Left-Bank Palestinians, but steadfastly condemned violence as a method to achieve political goals. Imagine this approach sweeping through the conciousness of all the Muslims in the region, and imagine them ( Read more... ) -
Cross-posted from a FaceBook comment on a debate over immigration
The Declaration Of Independence has no weight in our legal system (although Ms. Brann once told me that it is officially labelled "Public Law #1"). But it does occupy a special place in American hearts and minds. In it, Jefferson writes that all are created equal, and that all have the right to liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I think of this ( Read more... ) -
Cross-Posted From A Facebook Email
Hello, *******. I am glad for another opportunity to connect with you.
Some of the apologetic character of my public athiesm is a recognition that I am a bigot where faith is concerned, and I try to portray my lack of faith as a failing rather than calling out the faith of others as error.
I am also trying to prod self-reflection in those who see ( Read more... ) -
I Just Designed My Business Cards
The coin is the 1486 Guldengroshen, minted in Tyrol (now part of Austria, mostly). It was the first modern silver-dollar-like coin.
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Educating The Youth Using Money
I want my store to be a place of education as well as commerce. To that end I am placing snippets of information in with all of the currency I sell. Later I may do the same with the coins. Here is what I have so far. Feel free to read and comment.
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Back To As Normal As I'm Likely To Get
I'm no longer manic, or Enlightened, or Spiritually Awake, or Completely Bonkers, or whatever combination thereof I was while writing my previous few posts. I'm still sorting out what was happening and what it means for me going forward. For now, amongst other things, I have the phrase "sesquipolar disorder" stuck in my head. And I'm still ( Read more... ) -
My Immediate Family
Here's the story of Cleo Patra,
Who had lots of courage and a Heart Of Gold.
She is a good girl, and we love her.
Yes! She is brave and bold!
Here's the story of girl Tesia,
Who was growing up to be tough, brave, and strong.
She is a good girl, and we love her.
And so we Sing our Song.
Here's the story of Woman Polly,
Who was Mother to each of these good ( Read more... ) -
The Ultimate Question
How old am I?
I am not asking, I am giving.
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How To Help
A Work Of Having Faith In People, Learning About Them, Helping Them, And Loving Them; Fueled By The Joys And Sorrows Of Alcohol And Life, And Containing Some Little Dumb Art
I am an angel. My message is from you; to you. And it is being carried over the Internet. The message is that I see you. And know who you are. And I am smiling. And I love ( Read more... ) -
Helping Christians Not To Hate, And Why I'm No Good At Helping People
Hi Kathy and Nick,
I've been going through some more rough times with alcohol, but this time the bender wasn't too bad and the aftermath is leading to a lot of good things.
I'm examining my beliefs on the subject of God, as it is clear to me that my Atheism causes me pain. I already knew that, in fact. What's new is considering what to do about it.
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