Recently, I read a blog post about managing expectations. In it, the author points out that the nostalgia many of us feel for the "golden age" of the 1950s is not based upon any objective measure of …
In Exile
Recently, I've been reviewing Hillsdale College's Constitution 101 course, which is offered online for free. This is a great introduction not only to the Constitution but also to how the founding …
It Ain’t About the Pill, Baby!
The title of this post is taken from Kathleen Parker's excellent editorial on this topic which was published yesterday. My father has a saying. When 20 people say you're drunk, it's time to lay down. …
Do You Love or Hate Religion?
Take a look at these two videos, but PROMISE us that you will look at both of them. Comments? …
The PET Project
Refer to CF153 for a full discussion of the significance of this video. This YouTube video explains the PET (Person Energy Transportation) Project: …
Is Marriage Becoming Obsolete?
I read an article today that cited a Pew Center survey reporting that 40% of Americans believe that the institution of marriage is becoming obsolete. Obsolete! In 1972, the rate of marriage in the …
Change for a Dollar
This video speaks for itself. Take 10 minutes and give it a peek. You'll be glad you did. …
Family Tools
Recently, I attended a conference put on by the guys from the Manager Tools Pocast. I've been listening to Mark Horstman and Mike Auzenne for years. They are truly innovators in the world of …
Ten Things to Learn from Japan
A priest friend of mine in China sent me the following. The authorship was listed simply as "Sunita." I thought it was quite remarkable, especially when compared to what we usually see in the United …
Getting to Yes
The title of this article may have misled you. I'm not talking about the well known book Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In. But rather, I want to talk a minute about saying 'yes' …