Content Published on Jan 01, 2009 - Opinion and Editorial
- When Landline Service Comes in Handy: Why to Keep Your LandlineThe case for keeping landline phone service.
- Loving Your Enemies? Biblical Truth Still ControversialTo what extent did Jesus mean to "love our enemies" and "those who persecute us"?
- Important Events in Black History: Year 1920This covers a few distinctive events that happened in Black history in the year 1920.
- Two Cornerstones of Self Improvement - Ace Communication and a Positive MindThey say an infant, though incapable of talking, is actually one of the most successful communicators. He gets what he wants, though his sole communication may be crying!
- How to Pave the Way for Self Improvement Through Humor and Self AnalysisPaving the way for self improvement through humor and self analysis.
- Newsday's Erik German: More Than the Average JournalistProfile of Newsday journalist Erik German.
- American History: Issues in America from 1971 to 1974This article covers the issues Americans encountered between the years of 1971 to 1974.
- Why America Will EndureThe most controversial question lingering in the shadows of everyday commerce, rearing its ugly head outside the gates of every downsizing company is "Will America endure this economic crisis and remain the only superpower on the global stage?"
- My Daughter is Not "Illegitimate"It's high time to realize that a discriminatory label is still widely in use - the word "illegitimate."
- Christmas Caroling: Where Are You Now?Do you remember caroling door to door in your neighborhood? When was the last time you or someone you know participated in Christmas Caroling?
- Airplane or Aeroplane?Which word flies?
- 2009; A New Year with a Unique Message2009 a new year
- Historical Examples of Courage: (No.13) Bill Gates Quotations About Perseverance, Patience and EducationQuotations from Bill Gates
- What is "G"?Various sports figures silently scrolled across the screen as a barely-understandable announcer tried to define "G".
- Advice for President Elect Obama on Rick WarrenMax is not likely to be chosen as an advisor to the president. Still he likes to think his thoughts are useful, at least occasionally.
- Handmade Toys Soon May Be History If the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act Remains UnchangedThe CPSIA stands to rid us of more than lead. When you own a tiny store like mine, spending thousands of dollars per item on testing is just not realistic.
- The View from My WindowGood people do good even when others aren't looking. Hardship is God's way of telling you to get out of His way. God pays Mother Earth child support.
- This is My Columnere, contained within this great white abyss will be discussed random topics of relevance and interesting subjects regarding our lives and our world.
- The Truth About Auto Navigation SystemsThis article discusses the issues about privacy on GPS services. It also explains the pros and cons of including children in these tracking systems.
- Is God Relevant in Todays SocietyHow relevant is God in todays society
- The United States of America Vs. 2009A Forecast of 1) National Economy 2) War, Terrorism, military commitments, 3) Energy and the transition from a Petroleum based economy 4) Science, Medicine and Technology, 5) Space the final frontier, and 6) Mother Nature, Global Warming
- Happy New Year!My New Year's Message 2009
- Looking Back at 2008 for a Brief Moment2009 is looming ahead while I take a brief look back at 2008
- 88 Yr Old Woman Gives Naked Intruder the 'squeeze'Naked intruder gets a surprise when 88 year old woman gives him the 'squeeze.'
- About This Inauguration ThingIn the uproar over the choice of Rick Warren to give the Inaugural Invocation, it seems many people have forgotten why they voted for Obama in the first place. An example of the unexpected things that can happen when you get what you want.
- Irreverent Reverence, Day 1: Genesis 1-2 and Proverbs 1This begins the Irreverent Reverence Devotional, for those who love Christ but hate what we've done with Christianity. Today, we will discuss the Creation story.
- The Sexiest Geeks of 2008: The State of GeekdomFollowing Wired's reader poll of the sexiest geeks of the year, the question needs to be asked: is it accurate or just more marketing nonsense?
- Apartment LivingThere I sat, my back against my car, covered with mud, grass and God knows what else. Not hurt, just dazed, thinking about apartment living and curtain colors.....
- The Narcissist in the WorkplaceManage your narcissistic boss. Notice patterns in his bullying. Is he more aggressive on Monday mornings - and more open to suggestions on Friday afternoon? Is he amenable to flattery?
- Narcissism in the BoardroomThe narcissist regards himself as one would an expensive present, a gift to his company, to his family, to his neighbours, to his colleagues, to his country.
- Living Abroad: The Woes, the Benefits, the JourneyIn September of 2008, I packed my suitcases from the cozy interior of my brand new apartment, handing over the keys of my brand new car and left my brand new job as a reporter to move to Asia (South Korea, to be exact).
- Conspiracy Theories, Fear, Danger and ParanoiaThis article questions conspiracy theorists beliefs.
- Homeless Children: Who is to Blame?Homeless children are looked upon as the outcasts of society and have been tagged "nobody's children" or "throwaway kids".
- Song Titles Featuring Men of Law EnforcementSongwriters seem to have quite unflattering opinions about policemen and other law enforcement personnel, though many still seem to manage to find humor in their criticisms.
- 5 Reasons Teachers Need to Start Their Own Online BusinessReasons why teachers could profit from online business.
- A Perfect Time for Sex?This article reflects on finding out a perfect time for indulging in sex during the course of an entire day.
- Do You Think Before Speaking?It is an age old saying, which is becoming more and more pertinent with the passage of time in the present day scenario.
- The BBC's Subjective Blatherings in the Name of "news"Sipping my pint (a Brakspear bitter if you're interested), and mercilessly beating my wife at backgammon, I was inwardly fuming.
- A Rainy, Quiet, and Safer 2009 New Year's Eve CelebrationIt's always common to hear lots of firecrackers and see lots of fireworks display. This year however, it was a bit of a different story.