Author Archives: blglick
Voting and The Fruit of Our Labors
From the Gospel of Matthew: 15 “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. 16 You will know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from … Continue reading
An Open Letter to My Friends
Those who know me well, know there are few things that will unhinge me and overwhelm my civility editor more than double standards. Neither left nor right is doing themselves credit in this regard in this election cycle. That said, … Continue reading
The View from the Outhouse
Being that it is the political season, I thought it would be interesting to combine two trends in politics, one old, and one new. So here goes. Polling and and “Telling it like it is.” First the Polling Part. So … Continue reading
Status Quo or Real Change
A common thread that joins the supporters of Mr. Trump, Ms. Stein, and Mr. Johnson is a burning desire to up end the status quo. That is also a key motivator of a common disparagement of Ms. Clinton. So riddle … Continue reading
Pray For Me. I’m Going Political
Consider this fair warning my digital peeps. I’m going political. I know that the interwebs may not be the most effective forum to attempt political persuasion. Without a doubt it is more prone to rabid shouting than thoughtful debate. All … Continue reading
An Open Letter to the Candidates
I’ve voted in every local, state, and national election since I was first eligible. I take my voting responsibilities seriously, a joyful obligation in return for the benefits and pleasures of being an American citizen. I believe in America’s greatness, … Continue reading
Damn Hallmark and Their Too Tidy Visions Of Love
(A note to a friend who lost her husband in the past year) I am suspicious you will have a different kind of Valentines day tomorrow given the events of the past year and all the loves that have moved … Continue reading
Back Legs Matter or The Little Seat Co-op: An Allegory for our Times
Once upon a time, in a place much like this one, in a time not so unlike ours, there was a little company. It wasn’t a big concern, just a few people pursuing their passion for well made seating, primarily … Continue reading
Core Values and Vital Symmetries
A number of years ago as part of my professional development I went off to a Covey seminar on Core Values. I found the class interesting, but in the end, felt that it left something important unsaid about how I … Continue reading
Musings on Heritage from a Part-Time Southerner
I wasn’t born there, but I did live in the South for 12 years, deep in the Mississippi Pine Forests. From my first days of High School until just after Grad School, I luxuriated in all the best the South has … Continue reading
The Wondering Pathfinder 