Tag Archives: education

Delusions and Wiring

Posted on March 27, 2012 by ehurst

Some elements of human nature are hard-wired. Every generation comes up with the most stunning arrogance about how it has somehow discovered something new, by which human nature itself can be rewritten at will. Then, all it takes is some … Continue reading →

Posted in sanity | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

Open Line Tuesday

Posted on March 27, 2012 by ehurst

I’ve got something cooking in the back of my mind for later, but I noticed we haven’t done an open question day in awhile. So here it is; post your questions in the comments or by email, using the subject … Continue reading →

Posted in meta | Tagged , , | 4 Comments

Paying Dues

Posted on March 12, 2012 by ehurst

The only reason to celebrate those who’ve touched your life is because that touch made things work a lot better. Whatever else goes on in my life, I always know what I have to do. There may be some moments … Continue reading →

Posted in personal | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

An Ugly Secret of Western Education

Posted on January 22, 2012 by ehurst

The one who associates with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. (Proverbs 13:20 NET Free Bible) In other words, if someone hangs out with fools, they will hardly be any different from those fools. If … Continue reading →

Posted in social sciences | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on An Ugly Secret of Western Education

New Year Grammar Grouch 2

Posted on January 15, 2012 by ehurst

This should be pretty simple. there = a location, any place which can’t be called “here” their = the possessive of they — “It’s their choice.” they’re = a contraction for “they are” All pronounced very much alike, though actually … Continue reading →

Posted in personal | Tagged , , | 3 Comments

New Year's Grammar Grouch

Posted on January 14, 2012 by ehurst

Granted, in English we seldom differentiate between the direct and indirect object, but we do retain a distinct difference in pronouns for subject and object. The problem is, nobody wants to use it when we come to the various forms … Continue reading →

Posted in personal | Tagged , , | 4 Comments

Game Propaganda

Posted on December 27, 2011 by ehurst

I don’t keep secrets. When I write fiction, I confess openly it’s propaganda, wherein I promote a particular world view and set of values. If I could devise or design games, I would be even more blunt about it. With … Continue reading →

Posted in social sciences | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Game Propaganda

New Series for Prophecy Students

Posted on September 25, 2011 by ehurst

For those who follow my Prophet’s Academy training stuff, I’ve started a new series on marriage and the family household on my other blog.

Posted in religion | Tagged , , | Comments Off on New Series for Prophecy Students

Music and Self-Deception

Posted on September 23, 2011 by ehurst

I’m not a real musician. I just happen to be able to sing some, and can almost read music — I can pick out the correct notes on a keyboard, but can’t actually play. People tend to like my singing, … Continue reading →

Posted in social sciences | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Music and Self-Deception

An Hour of Truth 2

Posted on September 12, 2011 by ehurst

There was only a moment of silence before one of the geeks raised his hand. He was obviously affecting a tone for his own amusement, a complex acceptance of the dare and offering his own challenge. “So, Mr. Jansen, how … Continue reading →

Posted in fiction | Tagged , , | Comments Off on An Hour of Truth 2