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I was born in Corpus Christi, Texas shortly after the end of WWII. I lived there until I married, and then moved all over Texas with one small excursion into Oklahoma that lasted 2 years. My childhood was charmed compared to what my children and grandchildren

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Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues The church's look at women: 1 of 45
As we take a look at history, the history of religions in particular, we find a great deal of abasement of women, then along came Jesus. Jesus was no respecter of persons. He invited all to come unto Him. The culture in 30 a.d was for women to marry young, and when one was widowed, her husband's brother was to take her as his... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Democratic Leaders Can Hillary Clinton be an effective president?: 1 of 25
It seems to me that in order to get behind someone and truly support them for public office, particularly the United States Presidency, one should learn as much as possible about the candidate.Hillary has a history. She has always been a radical. She associated with many of the same types of people in her college days that pe... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Why reality shows are so popular: 1 of 23
The American psyche seems to include sounding off on any and everything. Essentially, reality television is the only genre that has ever given the public the opportunity to do that. With sitcoms and dramas, one just sits and watches, but with reality shows one can get involved in a variety of ways. Figuring out outcomes is a ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Meaning of Life Big Bang or Big Man: How in the heck did we get here?: 4 of 91
I am not a theologian, but years ago it occurred to me that it takes more "faith" to believe in the Big Bang theory than it does to believe in Intelligent Design. All it takes for me to recognize the hand of a creator is to look around. It is interesting to note that this title is listed under philosophy rather than theology.... More..
Sciences > Archaeology Is Indiana Jones bad for archaeology?: 1 of 22
A question appeared in cyberspace asking whether or not fantasy is unhealthy for children. This controversy is more than a little similar. Indiana Jones was a professor who became obsessed with a particular relic - at least that is how it all began. It is pure fantasy, but is as delightful as can be. This is a bit like saying... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Ethnicity & Gender (Other) Ways to overcome our hidden prejudices: 1 of 21
Webster's first definition of prejudice is "an unfavorable opinion or feeling formed beforehand or without knowledge, thought or reason". The second definition is "any preconceived opinion or feeling, either favorable or unfavorable. When we consider overcome hidden prejudices, we generally think of those unfavorable opinions... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Insights Getting faith into perspective: 1 of 17
There is an old gospel song that is titled "Prayer is the Key to Heaven, But Faith Unlocks the Door". Often, when watching news or sitcoms on television I see and hear persons in the midst of experiencing crises praying aloud. There is little indication of exactly to whom they are praying but the term "Oh, God" is part of the... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs Adultery: Affairs are a "forgivable sin": 7 of 116
Whether adultery is or is not a forgivable sin depends on who is expected to do the forgiving. It certainly is forgivable by Almighty God, assuming of course that there is sufficient repentence. On the other hand there is no more serious affront to a spouse.If, in fact, one goes through a religious ceremony and takes the marr... More..
Health & Fitness > Medical Issues (Other) Can doctors be fully trusted?: 2 of 33
To become a physician one must go to four years of undergraduate college majoring in pre-med, four years of medical school, two years as an intern, and finally an undetermined number of years as a resident depending upon specialty choice. And speaking of specialties, doctors are becoming more and more specialized. Not only ar... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Holidays & Celebrations Should Christians celebrate Christmas?: 5 of 82
Christians should absolutely celebrate Christmas as the day selected by church leadership of old to be the day we remember the birth of our Savior; however, a day has turned into a week, then weeks, now promotion begins in October, right after Halloween and before Thanksgiving. It has little to do with the birth of Jesus.A "l... More..