“They saw their injured country's woe;
The flaming town, the wasted field;
Then rushed to meet the insulting foe;
They took the spear, - but left the shield.”
―Philip Freneau
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And by a prudent flight and cunning save A life which valour could not, from the grave. A better buckler I can soon regain, But who can get another life again?
Archilochus
Monday, July 9, 2018
Which Way, Eden?
We are stardust
We are golden
And we've got to get ourselves
Back to the garden
"For tribal man space was the uncontrollable mystery. For technological man it is time that occupies the same role."
“Neither need you tell me,” said Candide, “that we must take care of our garden.” “You are in the right,” said Pangloss; “for when man was put into the garden of Eden, it was with an intent to dress it: and this proves that man was not born to be idle.” “Work then without disputing,” said Martin; “it is the only way to render life supportable.” - Voltaire, "Candide"
I've been preaching the idea for decades that the world would be a far better place if every one of us would just "tend his own garden," do his best to make it thrive and flourish, enjoy the fruits of his labors, and let others do as they will. In other words let the chips fall where they may.
I would dare to say that virtually ALL our troubles, save those we get from the elements, come from the errant desire too many have to mind OTHER people's business. This, of course, is the central flaw in all forms of leftist ideology.
Almost invariably those who dare to try to "save the word" wind up neglecting their families, their properties and lead untody, often dissolute personal lives that could only be described as "a shambles."
Time to REJOICE, GIVE THANKS and SING! HALLELUJAH!
Thailand Cave Rescue: All 12 Boys and Coach Successfully Rescued
The Guardian (live)
by Matthew Weaver and Helen Davidson
Michael Safi The last three navy seals and the medic, who were with the boys for the last few days, are still in the cave. It is unclear when they will emerge, but they are said to be on their way out. The weakest boys were the last to be taken out, sources have said. They are understood to include the youngest in the group – 11-year-old Chanin Wiboonrungrueng. The city of Chiang Rai is starting to party as drivers honk their horns, according to Reuters. “This is an important event in my life. It is something I will remember,” ...
Have you any thought pro or con about the nomination of Brett Kavanau;gh to the highl bench, Thersites?
I'm not the least intterested in the barrage of mendacious, irresponsible negativity the Left is sure to throw at him, but I WOULD be interested in whatever initial impressions you –– or Farmer or Joe or Speedy, or even Mrs. Grundy–– may have at this time.
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“Neither need you tell me,” said Candide, “that we must take care of our garden.” “You are in the right,” said Pangloss; “for when man was put into the garden of Eden, it was with an intent to dress it: and this proves that man was not born to be idle.” “Work then without disputing,” said Martin; “it is the only way to render life supportable.” - Voltaire, "Candide"
I beg your pardon,
I never promises you a rose garden.
I've been preaching the idea for decades that the world would be a far better place if every one of us would just "tend his own garden," do his best to make it thrive and flourish, enjoy the fruits of his labors, and let others do as they will. In other words let the chips fall where they may.
I would dare to say that virtually ALL our troubles, save those we get from the elements, come from the errant desire too many have to mind OTHER people's business. This, of course, is the central flaw in all forms of leftist ideology.
Almost invariably those who dare to try to "save the word" wind up neglecting their families, their properties and lead untody, often dissolute personal lives that could only be described as "a shambles."
No disagreement.
Time to REJOICE, GIVE THANKS and SING! HALLELUJAH!
Thailand Cave Rescue: All 12 Boys and Coach Successfully Rescued
The Guardian (live)
by Matthew Weaver and Helen Davidson
Michael Safi The last three navy seals and the medic, who were with the boys for the last few days, are still in the cave. It is unclear when they will emerge, but they are said to be on their way out. The weakest boys were the last to be taken out, sources have said. They are understood to include the youngest in the group – 11-year-old Chanin Wiboonrungrueng. The city of Chiang Rai is starting to party as drivers honk their horns, according to Reuters. “This is an important event in my life. It is something I will remember,” ...
Have you any thought pro or con about the nomination of Brett Kavanau;gh to the highl bench, Thersites?
I'm not the least intterested in the barrage of mendacious, irresponsible negativity the Left is sure to throw at him, but I WOULD be interested in whatever initial impressions you –– or Farmer or Joe or Speedy, or even Mrs. Grundy–– may have at this time.
I'm sure that Brett Kavanaugh will do a fine job on the Court, Franco. Any justice not appointed by Democrats is a good appointment.
He's well qualified, too.
I hope you're correct, and I hope even more that he gets confirmed PRONTO!
When it comes right down to it I'll hope for ANYTHING that thwarts to Defecratz.
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