Some thoughts on the last few days. Riots are not protests. There was an easy consensus that the police officers in Minneapolis were wrong in their actions and should be arrested and charged. This was in fact in the process of happening. Protesting the actions of these officers is completely legitimate. However, once those protests … Continue reading Riots are not protests.
China virus#3
During this COVID time, I’ve spent more time on the treadmill. Generally I hate running on a treadmill. It seems to take about 5 minutes when boredom sets in and I begin to look at the time and distance every two seconds. So, I’ve started listening to audio books while running. I don’t know if … Continue reading China virus#3
China Virus #2
Working at home and teleconferencing during the “Stay at home” orders Many of us find ourselves working from home now. Even in the best of times working from home can be a challenge. There are many distractions you must navigate in order to get your work done. Then there are the very real technology challenges … Continue reading China Virus #2
China Virus #1
The problem we have is not a virus. It’s the fact that we can’t trust anything we see or hear from our news outlets. Nothing. That’s not a good situation. We need news, accurate news, to make good decisions. Without straight news, we are only guessing and making decisions based on biases, propaganda and limited … Continue reading China Virus #1
Social distancing photo day
Since we are social distancing, yesterday I took my camera and went for a walk. There is a local park near my home that has some decent terrain for photos. Here are just a couple. Hang in there everyone. This will pass and normal life will return. In the meantime make the most of family, … Continue reading Social distancing photo day
How I have dealt with difficult people at work
Recently someone asked me how I deal with difficult people at work. One of their co-workers knew that I had previously worked with a very difficult company. I thought this was an interesting question which I had never been asked before. I’ve worked with people from many locations and cultures all over the United States … Continue reading How I have dealt with difficult people at work
More American Deaths in Afghanistan
Another sad day as we hear of more military casualties in Afghanistan. It’s been reported that an Operational Detachment Alpha (ODA) from the 7th Special Forces Group has been ambushed in Afghanistan. Early reports indicate a Blue on Green incident. This is the Afghan military attacking US forces. In 18 plus years we still cannot … Continue reading More American Deaths in Afghanistan
Democrat candidates’ debate in Iowa
What stands out for me in this last democrat debate before the Iowa caucuses begin, was the fact that no one had any ideas that seem even remotely possible to implement. From Medicare for all to free college, it’s all silly pandering with no possible way to enact. When asked about our ongoing wars, all … Continue reading Democrat candidates’ debate in Iowa
It’s been a while
I know, I haven’t been posting anything for over a year. What happened? Nothing really. Maybe that’s the problem. 2020 feels like a year to shake things up a bit, re-awaking the motivation again. One probably needs to do this every so often. For the past few years I’ve been a bit stagnant. This was … Continue reading It’s been a while
Trump’s Syrian Decision
Many will criticize President Trump’s decision to withdraw all US ground forces from Syria as soon as possible. The argument is that it will allow Iran to cause trouble in the region. There is also fear the Syrian Kurds will be at the mercy of Turkey. Perhaps, but my question is how long do we … Continue reading Trump’s Syrian Decision
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