History Repeats

Don’t think for a minute that this economic crisis is something new, or even that the approach by our government is a new one. This is not new ground at all, but certainly not the worst place our economy has ever been. It just might be the worst response though. Even at the worst of the great depression, the government did not own banks or get very involved in salary or other corporate decisions. The shouldn’t have then, they shouldn’t now. This cartoon from 1934 pretty much says it all.

Clear Vision

Glasses are a Godsend.  Bifocals were invented by Benjamin Franklin, one of the writers of our United States Constitution.  His intention with bifocals was go give us clear vision. The framers of the constitution wanted to give us a clear vision of liberty.

Liberty is more important than any other factor in the human condition. More important than the economy or global warming. 

Almost Spring

I keep wanting to think it is already spring, but not quite yet. It’s almost spring, a time for me that is harder than the last of winter. The sun comes out and it even warms up a bit at times. But then it is much like poor Charlie Brown, the football is pulled away at the last second. But soon there will be fresh apple blossoms and wonderfully green leaves. I can hardly wait.

WorldBook

Remember when we used to use books to keep our information? I’m not saying that electronics are not as good, but there was something so good about having good references. Solid volumes that were leather bound and so clearly illustrated.  You just can’t get that with an LCD screen and lithium-ion battery.

Sweets

Sometimes you just have to nibble on something sweet. I like pretty much all of the traditional Easter candies, even Peeps. Peeps are most fun in the microwave though, they grow and shake like a monster.

Emerging Life

I love springtime, even though it is not really all that warm or welcoming. I need a bit of time to adjust to the idea of summer after that long winter. The temperature today is barely in the 40s but the wonderful signs of life are everywhere now. Birds are singing, trees are budding and life is beginning to emerge from the ground. 

Simple Things

Some simple things are the most useful. I’ve had this sewing kit for about 30 years, from early in my Army career. I have used it over and over. Lost buttons, torn sleeves, darning socks and even to repair a sad daughter’s stuffed toy. It puts a smile on my face when I see it.