“These days, continually fuddled by drink, I fail to satisfy the appetites of the soul. But seeing all men behaving like drunkards, how can I remain sober?” – Wang Chi, 700 A.D.
Archive for the ‘Commentary’ Category
Still Apt
Posted in Commentary on January 1, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Why We Admire Evil Men
Posted in Commentary on October 23, 2010 | 2 Comments »
“There is a strange duality in the human which makes for an ethical paradox. We have definitions of good qualities and of bad; not changing things, but generally considered good and bad throughout the ages and throughout the species. Of the good, we think always of wisdom, tolerance, kindliness, generosity, humility; and the qualities of [...]
On Rabble Rousing
Posted in Commentary on September 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“How great a forest is set ablaze by a small fire! And the tongue is a fire. The tongue is placed among our members as a world of iniquity; it stains the whole body, sets on fire the cycle of nature, and is itself set on fire by hell. For every species of beast and [...]
Incorrect
Posted in Commentary, sports on September 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“You get the feeling that even though he knows the right answers — work hard, persevere — the universe is asking different questions.” – Jeff MacGregor in his profile of Mixed Martial Arts fighter Shannon “The Cannon” Ritch (43 wins/68 losses), “Making the Best of Bad,” in ESPN Magazine, September 21, 2009
Just One
Posted in Commentary on September 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“It’s almost easier to steal an identity today than to shed your own. Investigators can utilize crosslinked government and private databases, easy public distribution of information via the Internet and television, and data tucked away in corporate files to track you without leaving their desks. Even the most clever disappearing act is easily undone. One [...]
Thank You
Posted in Commentary on June 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“I’m learning to love and appreciate each thing for what it is. In the end, be careful to do what you are best at doing and wait for the wheel to turn to you.” – Kim Parent
Thank You, Cuba
Posted in Commentary on May 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Yesterday, Dick Cheney noted that if the Guantanamo detainees are moved to American soil, U.S. taxpayers will have to support them. Until that moment, I had no idea that Cuba has been footing the bill for the past seven years.
Kenitorial
Posted in Commentary on May 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
While jarring my memory with my senior year high school yearbook, the Kenitorial of 1964, I came across this parting endearment: “Good Lord, am I glad you’re not going to be in my classes next year.” My thanks to Ronald L. Kern, who made me laugh in 1964 and again in 2009. Good material, Ron, [...]
Or Smith
Posted in Commentary on April 26, 2009 | 4 Comments »
“I do not, in fact, recommend that any young man enter into a marriage with a Bryn Mawr girl unless he is sure he can absorb the extra amount of emotional experience that is involved. To awake to a serene morning in a green world; to be overtaken by summer thunder while crossing a lake; [...]
Oh
Posted in Commentary on April 9, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
“His remark was not intended to be a factual statement.” – The office of Senate Minority Whip Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.), after their boss stated on April 8, 2011, that abortion was “well over 90 percent of what Planned Parenthood does,” when in fact the actual figure is 3 percent.
Read Full Post »