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Scientists are working to develop human-animal embryos. Do you find that a little unsettling? They call them “chimeras”. That alone bothers me. NPR did an informative report this year on the subject. In order for these “chimeras” to develop “human” organs, they are…
Even before printed books started showing up about 600 years ago, hand-scribed tomes in monasteries ensured that the fall of the Roman Empire would not be so dark after all. Knowledge would reach later people. The same lesson shouldn’t…
Stop for a minute and take a deep breath. Hold it. Now exhale. In our desire live fuller and richer lives, we can often find ourselves in the midst of trying to deal with what I call a full plate.…
A first ever Longhorn cattle show will be a major feature of this year’s Central States Fair. Longhorn breeders from four states will exhibit some of their best cattle on August 21st, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Those who attend this…
Chris Wallace played a round of “gotcha” with Vice Presidential nominee Mike Pence. Pence won the game handily. The media has had a filed day bashing Donald Trump. Some of it has been deserved. Much of it has also been…
Count me out! If you choose to drink alcohol… even just a glass of wine, I won’t be joining you. I won’t condemn you. It’s your choice. If you visit my home, I would ask you to leave your alcohol…
Shootings in Chicago have nearly doubled over last year. So far this year, the total is 2514. 99 people have been shot in the last week. 1725 people had been shot at this time last year. On Monday alone, at…
It used to be called Washington D.C. Apparently, that could change overnight without notice. South Dakota’s Harney Peak was just “re-named” by a Federal board. It is now officially named Black Elk Peak. Will Washington D.C. be next? Harney Peak…
You may not have known, but Benghazi murderers may have. Recently released Clinton emails reveal that Ambassador Stevens plans and schedule were sent and/or received through her private server. That means they were unsecured, and could have been disclosed through…
It really isn’t that difficult. Politicians from both sides of the isle have mastered the art of taking money from your pockets. Is there anyone who can/will STOP the thievery? Government spending is absolutely out of control. Our national debt…