"Magnificent Desolation" by Buzz Aldrin
I was ten years old when Apollo 11 landed on the moon. It captured my imagination, and like a lot of kids I dreamed of traveling through space. I could describe in detail how the…
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Iraqi Elections in Pleasanton
There has never been any doubt that the world is becoming smaller and that globalization is here to stay. But yesterday I was reminded of how that hits home. Driving home from work I pass…
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Political Leanings
Politics has been driving me crazy. Since I just returned from the 58th Annual National Prayer Breakfast in Washington DC, this blog entry seemed timely. Now, you are probably thinking that this is going to…
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Haiti
A few folks have asked for my thoughts about the tragic earthquake in Haiti. I visited Haiti back in my Target Earth days, and it had a profound impact on me. Upon my return I…
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Charlie Brown Christmas
Charles Shulz taught me to read, to think, and to laugh. I’m thankful for this two minutes of animation. Merry Christmas, everybody! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKk9rv2hUfA&hl=en_US&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b&border=1]
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Christmas Greetings From PathLight
Recently wrote this for the PathLight email blast, but thought I’d post it here as well. —————- David L. Fleming writes, “The son of God became poor by becoming incarnate. He embraced poverty in the…
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Books for the Year
Friend of mine (Kelly) asked what my favorite top five books of the year were. Then somebody else asked me the same thing. Then another person. Okay, I get the message. Problem is, it’s difficult…
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The Eco-Fascist Speaks
My friend Scott Sabin is President of Floresta. I’ve known Scott since 1993 when we met at an event hosted by Target Earth (I am the co-founder of Target Earth and was Chair of the…