Author Archives: ehurst

Politics: More Than a Mere Spoiler

Posted on February 7, 2010 by ehurst

Anyone who has read here much knows I am utterly cynical about politics here in the US. I doubt it has ever really been a matter of who actually had voter support, but has always been manipulation and bullying. You … Continue reading →

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Turn, Turn, Turn

Posted on February 6, 2010 by ehurst

Maybe you recall the lyrics to the song with the same title as the one above. The words were taken from the passage in Ecclesiastes which says on this earth, there is a time and place for just about everything … Continue reading →

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Unpopular Facts: Hard to Win a Hearing

Posted on February 5, 2010 by ehurst

Chances are, the folks you know don’t want to hear about it. They regard it as personal obsessions, not provable facts. Funny how people understand the basics of civility when they see themselves as the victims. They want you to … Continue reading →

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Oppression for Your Convenience

Posted on February 4, 2010 by ehurst

Goal-oriented leadership is a sin. When you find yourself in charge of an activity which involves several other humans, you should understand: From God’s point of view, the working of relations is more important than what you accomplish. That so-called … Continue reading →

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Breaking Up Is Hard to Do

Posted on February 3, 2010 by ehurst

It’s like escaping an abusive relationship. Something about it keeps calling you back, but every time you go, some new bruise, some new heartbreak, and you walk away, vowing not to do it again. It’s not good for you, always … Continue reading →

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Computers: What Happens After You Catch Your Own Tail?

Posted on February 1, 2010 by ehurst

I’ve been chasing my own tail for some time over computer issues. Sure, there’s a part of me that likes trying new things. I’m still planning to put NetBSD on my old laptop, and spend some time learning to use … Continue reading →

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Mystical Non-Career

Posted on January 31, 2010 by ehurst

I use the term “Christian Mysticism” to put a label on my commitment. It’s not what I am; only God really knows what I am, and He’s not telling. You can know only what part I play in your world, … Continue reading →

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Weep for America

Posted on January 30, 2010 by ehurst

Let’s review. Torture opens the pits of Hell; it serves as a demand the demons come and get involved. You can quibble all you like about what constitutes torture, but if the stuff was being done to you, you’d know … Continue reading →

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Winter Running

Posted on January 29, 2010 by ehurst

“Somebody somewhere is training in this stuff. Are we going to let them beat us?” Sure. Why not? Yesterday it rained, then the temperature dropped and it was freezing rain. Nice glaze on everything. Then it turned to sleet, leaving … Continue reading →

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The Stories Do Not Age Well

Posted on January 28, 2010 by ehurst

It’s getting old already. Several items grab my attention, but I’ve already addressed them extensively. Not that I expect anyone to pay attention to me — sometimes I don’t pay attention to me, either. 😉 While I wasn’t fully informed … Continue reading →

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