Digressions

RIP President Jimmy Carter

UpdatedJan 14, 2025

Program cover depicting a Christian Jerusalem Cross for Jimmy Carter’s funeral, which was held at the Washington National Cathedral

This post recognizes the passing of former president Jimmy Carter and brings awareness to the meaning of the Christian Jerusalem Cross that was used at his funeral service at the Washington National Cathedral.

Fitness

2025 New Year’s Resolution: Become the Ocean

UpdatedJan 6, 2025

Cover Image showing a landscape with an estuary: a river flowing into the ocean. It represents my 2025 New Year's Resolution to "Become the Ocean," which is a reference to the poem, "Fear," by Khalil Gibran.

The inspiration for my 2025 New Year's Resolution refers to a poem, "Fear," by Kahlil Gibran: Become the Ocean. I also provide an update regarding the results until now of my "natty" exercise regimen that began in early/mid 2024.

Finance

Rand Paul Released His Annual Festivus Report

UpdatedDec 27, 2024

Cover image of the 2024 Festivus Report by Rand Paul.

Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) lists more than $1 trillion in wasteful government spending in his 2024 Festivus Report.

Food & Beverages

Study: Path to Longevity Includes Positive Vibes and a Shot of Fireball Whiskey

UpdatedDec 23, 2024

Image of Florence Hackman (aka “Fireball Flo”), an Ohioan who recently celebrated her 106th birthday with a shot of Fireball Whiskey.

This post describes how Florence Hackman (aka “Fireball Flo”) may have enhanced her longevity. It also references some super athletes, the Tarahumara Tribe of Mexico, who used corn beer for occasional celebratory purposes.