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I am retired after a 30 year career of Adult Training and Consulting in the field of Small Business. During that career I was involved in considerable writing (Manuals, Proposals, Reports, etc.). Now I have the time to take up fiction (mostly Science Fiction

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Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Suggested readings in science fiction: 5 of 21
In recommending readings in science fiction (SF), I advocate that the reader collect a few basic books that provide the historical sense of this proud genre. Very early SF was dominated by H.G. Wells and Jules Verne. While outdated, I recommend Wells' "War of the Words" just to experience the wonderful style of writing. Next... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Pagan & Earth-Based Religions Critique of Wicca: Roots in Satanism: 5 of 20
The connection between ancient "Wicca" (modern "witch craft") and Satanism is a pure fiction of the Catholic Inquisition that raged throughout Europe roughly between the 14th and 18th centuries. In its obsessive focus on obliterating heresy, the Church was responsible for the emergence of much misinformation. Wicca never fol... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Judas Iscariot: Good guy vs. bad guy?: 11 of 37
I always wondered why, when Jesus identifies Judas Iscariot as a betrayer (John, 13:26), that the other disciples didn't just grab Judas to prevent such a deed. Instead Jesus tells Judas "That thou doest, do quickly". Perhaps Judas was not the traitor that he has been made out to be, but rather, one of the most misunderstood... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres Determining which of the six Star Wars movies is the best: 12 of 39
I am astonished that the original Stars Wars doesn't win hands down. This film revolutionized movie making, and legitimized Science Fiction to mainstream audiences. Who can forget the electricity of the opening scene when the Imperial Destroyer kept coming and coming across the screen? The very thrill of that moment alerted ... More..
Business > Entrepreneurial Spirit Is it possible to define entrepreneurial spirit: 4 of 12
The spirit of entrepreneurs can be defined by the wonderful and unusual way their world view differs from the main stream population. This can be explored by a few key characteristics: (I) UNBRIDLED OPTIMISM: Entrepreneurs have the knack of always seeing the "up side" of situations. I remember walking with a businessman thro... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Mythology & Folklore Do fantasy creatures really exist?: 4 of 12
Any person of reason must conclude that the actual existence of fantasy creatures is absurd. Any people of high imagination can yearn that such creatures do exist, and in some extreme cases believe in such existence. Fantasy creatures have entered the public consciousness through several avenues. 1) Mythology: All cultures e... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Could Christianity survive without the Bible?: 35 of 86
I believe in a perfect, infallible God. I also believe in the imperfection and fallibility of humankind. This creates a problem about the literal belief in the Bible Christianity is a "religion of the book". Its foundation is the Old Testament (Judaism is a "religion of the book") and the 27 Books of the New Testament which ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory Is there a unique American mission in the world today?: 11 of 22
America would require a massive turnaround to develop a unique, positive role in the world today. But such an about face is feasible if pressed by a visionary government. Elements of this new mission include the following: 1) Helping the less fortunate - It is often said that the international activities are a fight for the ... More..
Business > Marketing A guide to marketing terms and definitions: 1 of 1
"Marketing" is probably one of the most misused and loosely defined words in business. Some use it to refer to their advertising and promotional plans. Others refer to it as their sales strategy (what the sales force of a company will do in a given period). Actually, the most advantageous use of the term is to define it in i... More..
Business > Marketing A guide to developing a PR plan: 1 of 1
I will address PR in its broadest sense; that is, a total promotional package for your firm. Promotion breaks down into four major categories: advertising, public relations, personal and special events. ADVERTISING You pay to deliver your message. The disadvantage is you have to pay; the advantage is that you control the mes... More..