When you think of “God”, what floods your mind? For some, images of a wrathful, vengeful huge huge being immediately come to the fore. Others picture a loving grandpa figure with a long white beard à la Santa. And then, there are yet others with images that fit anywhere in the spectrum between these two. …Read more The Almighty knowledge
Commentary
Throwing e-stones
I came across a TED Talk recently, the title of which immediately captured my attention. It was called “The Price of Shame” and was delivered by Monica Lewinsky, of Clinton presidency infamy. I’m going to be very honest here, most definitely at the risk of exposing myself, but I think it is good because I do…Read more Throwing e-stones
Work with an attitude!
“No work is insignificant. All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.” - Martin Luther King Jr.
Doing it supernaturally
Ever since I can remember, I’ve loved babies. They're super cute, tiny, sweet, etc. I’ve also always wanted one or two, but as a kid, when I started hearing about what it took to “get” them out into the world, I promptly considered that, when I grew up, adoption would be the only way to…Read more Doing it supernaturally
Reaching for a presidential president
So just last night, the country seemed to be waiting for what was to be President Trump’s first address – to Congress. It felt like everyone was watching, half-expecting (or perhaps two-thirds expecting!) for him to mess up. It would’ve at the very least made for great television. Then it began. I watched it, unsure…Read more Reaching for a presidential president
Begging your pardon…
Driving down the streets of this city, there are so many corners where I find people holding up cardboard signs with roughly scribbled down summaries of their predicaments, as well as their blessings on those willing to donate to their cause. When I first moved to this city years ago, such sights were so rare…Read more Begging your pardon…
Pass me some change
Some people like me are rather change averse. There’s a part of us internally that actually makes a loud screech when change appears to be on the horizon. Even if it’s a good one! That’s the part that makes it weird. Then I’ve met other human beings for whom change itself is a source of…Read more Pass me some change
Same old, same old?
It’s just about that time when everyone is still hyped and committed to their new year’s resolutions. I am one of those everyones. But there are times when a nagging thought comes to me: when will the excitement wane? Just when in the calendar is that tipping point during which discipline gives way to laziness…Read more Same old, same old?
The (2016) American Revolution
No, not that one. I’m talking about the most recent one, the one that we’re all currently living through. Donald J. Trump was just elected president by an amazing majority that have now been dubbed “the silent majority”. Since that moment that stunned everyone, from the layman to the pundits, the reaction has been extraordinary.…Read more The (2016) American Revolution
Who is your audience?
Would you believe that this is a question I ask myself quite often? When I’m about to send a text message, look in my mirror, take a second glance, make a comment, etc., the thought runs right through my mind. And thank God it does. How often have you said something that you immediately wish…Read more Who is your audience?
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