Mastering the violin

If you could instantly master any skill, what would it be and why? For as long as I can remember, I've been enchanted by the sound of the violin. One of my greatest irrational wishes is to magically acquire the skill to play this stringed instrument. Around two decades ago, I started taking violin lessons … Continue reading Mastering the violin

June 16: An infamous day on both sides of the Atlantic

Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.

Prosperity for me, not for thee

Man in gray suit speaking passionately at church pulpit with emotional congregation

The antics of the charismatic preachers pushing the prosperity gospel may well stir your soul and rock your socks. That's all in the design. Please remember, however, to keep a firm grip on your wallet while you enjoy the dance of deception. The more flamboyant the appeal, the tighter your purse strings need to be secured.

A brief glimpse of journalism?

It is ironic that just prior to fleeing, Trump blurted that "A country can never be great with a dishonest press." From where I'm standing, America has never been great, because that's always been a lie sold to the rest of the world by a press that is synonymous with dishonesty.