Civility, often described as the glue that holds society together, is a fundamental component of a healthy and functioning community. It serves as a powerful force that fosters positive interactions among individuals, transcending differences and promoting a sense of unity. In a world characterized by diversity and varying perspectives, civility…
Ideology is a belief in the beliefs of others and often not what may be true, just, or right. The peril of ideology reduced to a blind faith in the beliefs of others, often at the cost of truth, justice, and what is right, is a profound concern that resonates…
Respecting the institutions set in place by those much wiser than ourselves. Our system of government is a Representative Democracy, also defined as a Democratic Republic. It is based on our constitution, which established that the government’s powers are derived from its people. That power is established by the right…
“To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.” – George Washington. This quote by our founding father and first president is indeed an absolutely true statement, for he understood the nature of man and power. Man’s nature and the insatiable appetite for power…
Man, I know how it is. For whatever reason, the boss always singled me out. I was the one who always caught the vibe that the boss had a problem with me. I was the one who got wrote up. I didn’t get raises that I deserved, and I never…
I needed a symbol. I wanted something unlike any other company logo so that we would stand apart from other companies. Basically, I liked the reticle that the alien Predator used. Morespecifically, I liked the angular look, so I had to sketch about half a dozen designs. I placed the…
Many of you know that I gave a lecture at the 2024 BLADE Show in Atlanta titled, “What it Means to be Made in America.” The lecture was quite well received. Here is a follow up “Letter to the Editor” that I wrote to Blade a short time ago. Kudos…
Whiskey, cowboys, and the Old West are inextricably linked, weaving a rich tapestry of history, adventure, and legend. These three elements form a captivating narrative that has become an integral part of American folklore. Whiskey, often referred to as “liquid gold” in the Old West, was more than just a…
In the hazy taverns and dimly lit corners of colonial America, a fiery spirit flowed through the hearts of patriots, stoking the flames of rebellion. Whiskey, that amber elixir of courage, played a clandestine but crucial role in the American Revolutionary War. As I sit here, beneath the flickering lantern…
Happy 4th of July! This day, July 4th is the day when in the year 1776, we declared our independence from the domination of a mighty foreign power that existed across the sea, a foreign power that sought to control us, dominate us and subjugate us to their will, their…
