I’m no longer an active collector, but when I see interesting coins in pocket change or in the news, I take notice. Maybe the casual observer finds the design a bit jarring–one news outlet used the over-used term “dumpster fire” … Continue reading
Not too long ago, a bill was proposed in the Tennessee legislature to place “In God We Trust” on automobile license plates. That seemed to be one of two things. First, an effort to give lip service to God, however … Continue reading
This story rather confirms that maybe VNO #2 is a better choice for observing a pope’s anniversary than a controversial situation that attaches a letter to a book. Speaking as a composer, I hope I’m dead before my protégés decide … Continue reading
Losing a pet is a tragic event. It does not quite reach to the level of losing a child. I’m not sure that legislation should address what seems a matter of good business conduct, but here we have it. Just … Continue reading
I posted some commentary on facebook: I felt fully able to support yesterday’s Walk-Out. If my daughter were a high school student, not only would I have encouraged her participation, but knowing her, I would have expected it. That said, … Continue reading
From Exodus 32:2-4: Aaron said to them, ‘Take off the gold rings that are on the ears of your wives, your sons, and your daughters, and bring them to me.’ So all the people took off the gold rings from … Continue reading
Guess Who’s Disinvited Now?
I might part company with people who perceive themselves as close to me in political belief on this opinion. A spokesperson for a prominent politician was asked to leave a restaurant after her party was served the snack course. I … Continue reading →