Social Chaos
Mission possible
Remember that TV series, Mission Impossible? I just love that self-destructing mini-cassette player! Instructions were given once – and only once. Well, I’d like to give you a “Mission Possible.” I don’t want to talk about a mission impossible – but a mission possible! Imagine your little mini-cassette recorder playing the words: “Your mission, should…
Chastity: Handling it yourself
Those of us of a certain age can remember Katherine Hepburn’s “Mrs. Venable” as she archly quavered and croaked her beloved son Sebastian was, “Chaste, not chased” (wrong on both counts, dearie). For people of that generation the state of chastity was, and still is in many groups, deemed unsuitable for a “normal” young man,…
When we relate to one another, self-service is an oxymoron
I have a novel idea! I have a new business concept that I’d like to share with you. I’d be curious if you think it’s any good or not. The idea is for a gas station, but it’s not like any gas station you’ve ever seen. When you pull up to the pump, instead of…
Hydrate! Hydrate! Hydrate!
I have a confession to make to you: I watch The Weather Channel! I’m fascinated by weather – snow, heat index, tides, severe weather. I’ve heard that The Weather Channel is the MTV for older people! During these hot summer months, we are constantly told to drink plenty of water to keep hydrated. It’s so…
Beating around the bush
Too often in our lives we have chickened out, fibbed, told a white lie, etc. all to avoid telling the truth especially when it comes to romantic encounters. Sometimes friends fix us up with a blind date or mother arranges for the daughter or son of a dear friend to just happen to bump into…
Organ recital review: very limp
Everyone has down days. I am no exception. On mentioning this to a friend, he assured me a Sunday of culture in LA would revive my spirits. I acquiesced and on arriving found my glum-to-fun therapy planned and booked. Not to be pushy, he gave me a choice of an afternoon organ recital or a…
Gone fishing!
I’m not much of a fisherman (whale watching is more my style!). I don’t mind catching them as long as someone else puts on the worm and takes off the fish! Well, in Luke 5:1-11 Luke’s fish story involves lots of fish. It happens on the Sea of Galilee. That beautiful body of water that’s…