I see three ways for this war to end. One, Ukraine will exhaust its forces and supply of weapons, but will not defeat Putin. At that point, it will concede the loss of some or all of its territory. Two, … Continue reading
Category Archives: peace?
Please, Challenge My Pessimism!
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Are you an optimist about the future of America? I’m in a deeply pessimistic state right now, but I’m hoping some of you will give me some cause for optimism. I see some individuals seeking to build bridges, to develop … Continue reading
Pandemic Reflections #5
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Are Public Restrooms Safe? Answer: Apparently not. We took a drive recently over the North Cascades Highway. The “essential trips only” signs are down, but be warned – everybody knows this, so the hills are alive with crowds of people … Continue reading
Pandemic Reflections #3
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So Glad That’s Over Remember back when we were worried about the pandemic? We thought we had to stay away from crowds, keep six feet apart, all that good stuff? I’m so glad that’s over. Crowds have been everywhere for … Continue reading
Toilet Paper? Seriously?
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Yeah, yeah, I know. But I have a question for those of you who indulge in science fiction on a steady basis: Do these brilliant writers who construct scenarios for the end of the world as we know it ever … Continue reading
I am a Piece of Work
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Update: Good news! One on one conversation brought the temperature back to normal. 1/17/2020 I’m going to forward this blog post to several people who were present at a meeting I attended this morning. If I don’t get a bunch … Continue reading
Where Do We Go Now? (a movie)
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Hypothetical: people in your community could bring peace, but the cost to each individual is high. The alternative is near-constant conflict with frequent treks to the divided cemetery to bury the dead. This is the dilemma that grips a small … Continue reading
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