The title for this post comes from Shakespeare’s Henry IV: Part II (Act 3, scene 1). Canst thou, O partial sleep, give thy repose To the wet sea-boy in an hour so rude; And in the calmest and most stillest night, With all appliances and means to boot, Deny it to a king? Then, happy […]
The Destruction of Jezebel and Her Minions
30 Now when Jehu had come to Jezreel, Jezebel heard of it; and she put paint on her eyes and adorned her head, and looked through a window. 31 Then, as Jehu entered at the gate, she said, “Is it peace, Zimri, murderer of your master?” 32 And he looked up at the window, and said, “Who is on my side? Who?” So two or three […]
A Cautionary Word about the Broligarchy
The “Broligarchy” is a cheeky term that I came across last week. Basically, it describes a particular group of alpha males that has ascended to the apex of American politics and culture. The top Broligarchs are Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, Joe Rogan and J D Vance. Others in the running for this title, […]
Happy Thanksgiving!
Gail and I wish to with you all a happy Thanksgiving. We appreciate each and every one of you –your readership, kind words, the give-and-take, as well as your support. We also appreciate your patience, it was touch-and-go there for several months earlier this year and you stood by us as we wrestled with our […]
On Veteran’s Day
In 1918, on the 11th hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, a truce was declared between the warring parties in the Great War. Because it was a truce, it was called Armistice Day. Neither side had “won” the war but all agreed that it was a horrible one, too terrible to contemplate […]
Losing the “Mandate of Heaven”
One of the principles of ancient Chinese statecraft is known as “the Mandate of Heaven.” It’s shorthand for what we in the West would call “political legitimacy.” As long as the Emperor enjoys said mandate, his reign would be a happy one. Earthquakes, floods, famines and what-not happens when that mandate is lost. Or should […]
Pete Rose: RIP
Pete Rose died the other day. (So too, did Kris Kristofferson, another great.) “Charlie Hustle,” as he came to be known was one of the all-time greats in America’s Sport. How great? This great: A switch hitter, he was the MLB’s all-time leader in hits (4,256), games played (3,562), at-bats (14,053), singles (3,215) and outs […]
On Governance and Christianity
This one has been a long time in coming. Truth be told, it’s going to be a work in progress. As you all know, things are crazy in the world today. It might be because we are going through a “Fourth Turning.” It might also be because God’s judgment is upon us. We won’t know […]
The Marine Corps Way
When I was a little girl, my dad used to get me up with the Marines to do exercises. We would then go into the kitchen where I would stand on a little stool and prepare us breakfast. I remember flinching the first time some of the bacon grease splattered on me. My father used […]
Another “Conspiracy Theory” Bites the Dust
There’s this meme going around (dozens actually) about cats and the Haitians who love to eat them. They’re all quite hilarious if you ask me. In my humble opinion (this one to the left), in particular is the best. Why? It’s funny but even more, it encapsulates what is wrong with our nation at present. […]