Errant Thoughts…

A site for me to share my thoughts, travels or whatever else might be on my mind…

Category: Potpourris

Whatever else that comes to mind or tickles my fancy.

  • Remember the Messages of History

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    November 10, 2024 Since the recent Presidential election there have been numerous calls for unity and healing.  President Elect Trump referred to this in his victory speech.  Even Joe Rogan, on his podcast, said “He’s got to unite people.  He’s got to not attack the left…let them all talk… but unite.  Now it’s time to… Read more

  • I Think Not!

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    Today I read an article that included a speech given by Dick Van Dyke in 1964 at the LA Memorial Coliseum.  The speech was in support for the the Civil Rights Act. It goes as follows: “Hatred is not the norm. Prejudice is not the norm. Suspicion, dislike, jealousy, scapegoating ― none of those are… Read more

  • Assault on My Sanctuary

    Dave

    So, I don’t think that I am the only man who considers his bathroom as his sanctuary, his inner sanctum.  It’s a place where you can read, or play games on your phone, in peace.  Well, today my sanctuary was violated.  This picture give you a view of my sanctuary: Now, let me set the… Read more

  • Pro-Life, Pro-Birth or Pro-Choice?

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    I know that I am going to get into serious trouble raising the issue of pro-life / pro-choice, but I have questions and thoughts on this matter.  I also know that this is a heated topic because it really revolves around when life begins and anyone’s right to end another’s life.  I hope that this… Read more

  • Soundbite Musings

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    Hi all, I know that it has been a long time since I posted anything (end of January). This has made me realize the immense challenge it is to continually search for something to write about, and it has given me a much greater appreciation for those that have chosen occupations where they must do… Read more

  • The Lessons of “A Christmas Carol”

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    Last night I performed one of my annual Christmas traditions by watching a version of “A Christmas Carol”.  This is my favorite Christmas story and, if truth be told, by the time the season is over I’m quite confident that I will watch at least four different version, saving my all-time favorite with Reginald Owens… Read more

  • Innocence Lost…

    Dave

    Hello to all those that take time out to review my errant ramblings, I do sincerely appreciate it.  I must apologize for being a bit tardy of late with any new posts.  I have two excuses: Even though I enjoy sharing my musings, placing myself in a position where some folks may come to expect… Read more

  • What’s the Difference Between an Opportunist and a Catfish?

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    OK, for today’s blog I have to clarify something right up front.  I don’t make an effort to search for dirt… but I have a hard time ignoring it when it is shoved in front of me.  In addition, many of my blog topics jump out at me as I scroll through the news feed… Read more

  • Research This?

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    So, a few days ago I saw the following headline pop up on my newsfeed: “The 100 Best Spoons Ranked, According to NBC Select Editors”.  My first reaction was… “this can’t be serious”, then, once I realized that they were serious, my reaction became… “why in the hell would anyone research that?”  Although painstaking I… Read more

  • Bad Movies and Texting – an Update

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    Hi Folks!  Well, as promised in my article, “So Bad It’s Good”, I have consolidated the list of bad movies submitted by folks for inclusion in our “Everyman List of the Worst Movies In History”.  In addition, I have a bit of an update to my article, “Let’s Be Brief”. “So Bad It’s Good” update: … Read more