It’s not exaggerating much to say that we’re in the middle of a World War. The old-timers among us will recognize the blanket of fear and depression that has settled over us, much like it felt in 1940. Obviously, this current war is of…
The fairy lilies are blooming in South Carolina. They do this on their own, with no humans tending, attending, or superintending. Graceful and white they flower, out in the wild, wild woods. In different parts of the South this delicate beauty goes by other…
Betty and I were still living in Brazil when the last recession hit. I was nervous, not because the U.S. housing market was collapsing, but because my sons were so very distant from us and perhaps feeling the pinch. Having lived through 11 recessions…
It is with great courage and much cowardice that I’ve decided to lay out some ideas for a brand new political party, called Goodies For All, or “GFA” for short. “I was hoping you wouldn’t do this,” my friend interjected. “Don’t worry,” I…