Category Archives: Families
Alone Again UN-naturally
In the 70s or perhaps 80s, the saying was don’t let your kids watch TV till they have learned to read. I added in the 90s don’t let your kids get a computer till they have learned to think. I … Continue reading
Flotsam and Jastram
Yes, I know it’s flotsam and jetsam which properly speaking is “wreckage of a ship or its cargo floating on the water or washed ashore.” It also means “worthless or miscellaneous things.” I’m thinking of the later definition.
“A righteous man has regard for the life of his beast, But the compassion of the wicked is cruel.”
That is Proverbs 12:10. In filling out the Synod’s survey on the First Chief Part of Luther’s Small Catechism, I was reminded again that children today need to have it empathized that neither dogs, cats, nor any other animal are … Continue reading
Cherchez la femme
That’s what I usually write in my book on feminism when I have been asked to sign a copy. It’s French for “look for the woman.” As American’s say “follow the money” to solve a crime the French say “look … Continue reading
Did You Hear the One About….
You hear these words and you get ready to laugh, don’t you? Well did you hear the one about the evolutionist, the abortionist, and the gay activist?
A War of Words
Do you consciously say “chairwoman” or “spokeswoman?” How about making sure you refer to him or her and always having to follow up with he and she? You could resort to what Anthony Burgess does in his book 1985. He … Continue reading
Momma We’re Crazy
“Mama He’s Crazy” is a song released by the Judds 30 years ago. Today we can surely sing “Momma we’re crazy.” At least those bright lights are crazy who have opened the way for women in combat. To paraphrase General … Continue reading
Why the Fuss Over Modern Family and The New Normal?
So what’s the big deal about featuring a happy gay couple as part of a modern, normal family? I’m not asking what’s the big deal with you but with me.
Let the Children Come to Me – Not!
This is from Crossbridge Community Church, Lakeway, Texas an LCMS mission: “The Kidz begin the morning in worship services with their parents so that they can enjoy the uplifting, contemporary music that begins our Sunday mornings. Pastor Peter then blesses … Continue reading
A World Worth Noting
I personally don’t like World magazine and would not read it if a member didn’t give it to me, but some observations I’ve found there are worth noting.