Serious Thoughts
Moe serious thoughts and ideas
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Father Bob’s Fatwah: Inteference in the Political Process
The Rev. Robert L. Marciano, from the pulpit of his church, has chosen to interject himself and the power of the church into the presidential campaign. Many of the Catholic faithful applaud this. His dire warning that one’s “immortal soul”…
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A Simple Gesture
Police Officers are often confronted with horrors and tragedy that can sap their humanity. To survive, they adopt a tough and calloused veneer. Yet, there are moments when they show us that most of them are truly caring and kind.…
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Words to Inspire: Lost in the Past
At his inaugural address, John F Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country” I remember that. Those words inspired me and a generation. It would seem, since then,…
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Donald Trump: Divine Right of Ascendency
In the third and final debate, Trump handed America the single greatest reason not to vote for him. By refusing to say he would accept the results of the election, he goes against 240 years of American tradition. The one…
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Two Cops got Shot the Other Day
Two Boston Cops got shot the other day . Not one street protest about how their lives matter. Not one demand for stricter controls on the kind of person who shot them or the weapons he used. No crowds of…
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Echoing History: The Trump Way
“…Whoever disturbs this mission is the enemy of the people, whether he pursues his aim as a Bolshevist democrat, a revolutionary terrorist, or a reactionary dreamer. In such a time of necessity those who act in the name of God…
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The Whole World is Watching (Again)
(For added special effect, here’s a link to Chicago’s “The Whole World is Watching.” Just skip the ad if it pops up, let the music start, then read away) During the first presidential campaign debate, Donald Trump answered the question…
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Thanks for the (New) Memories
Nothing quite prepares you for your daughter’s marriage. No matter her age, how long she’s been together with her boyfriend/ soon-to-be husband, no matter how much you try to convince yourself you’re ready. You aren’t. The first time you see…
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A Little Girl Grown Too Soon
I will be away from writing for a few days. Off to celebrate my daughter’s wedding. A little girl grown all too soon. Such is the speed at which life flies by. A moment ago she was a tiny human being…
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Dogs May Be Smarter than Humans
Whenever I buy something new, I am always amused by the instructions or warnings. In particular, the universal stick figure illustrations that attempt to transcend language differences. My personal favorite is the warnings on the desiccant pack included with most…