I’m sure that as long as professional sports have been played in our nation, there have been fair-weather fans. Philadelphia tends to have more than most. It doesn’t matter which sport it is or how well the team is doing, some portion of the crowd of fans is cheering when they win and sighing an expected sigh when they lose. Philadelphia fans are tough – our teams are rarely “robbed”, if they fall behind or lose, we know where they screwed up. And even if they seem to be on a streak, we all hold that safety net in our heads that if that streak fades, they probably had only been lucky anyway. Read more “Go Phils! *click*”
Author: SilentBen
Not often silent, but undoubtedly always Ben.
Political Beliefs
Do we live in a christian nation? Do we live in a white nation? Do we live in an English-speaking nation? Do we live in a straight nation? While most of these traits represent the majority of our citizens, I think most would agree that the answer to all of these questions is no. So why is it appropriate for our lawmakers to cater to any of these majorities as if they are the voice of America? Read more “Political Beliefs”
Split Decision
As always, there are a number of new shows this fall. And as usual, I try to give as many of them their due so as to determine which ones I deem worth my time to watch. The known favs automatically got added to my DVR schedule as well as a couple I assumed I would like. But one that has not yet made it onto the record list that I’ve found myself drawn into watching dispite my prejudices is My Own Worst Enemy. Read more “Split Decision”
A Call to Arms
It seems that given my liberal stance, to some I may not be considered American enough to make such a statement. Which is what compels me to direct your attention to something that my better half wrote that everyone should read and consider. She at least has taken a positive position on this matter. Part of me is compelled to use this forum of mine to sling mud back in the other direction. But I am doing my best to rise above such inclinations. Read more “A Call to Arms”
Shameless Plug
I am obligated by love and devotion to post this shameless plug of my wife’s work being published: http://blissfullydomestic.com/photo-bliss/get-the-correct-exposure/. When she isn’t raising our children, writing on her blog, or chatting on Twitter, she is also working on her hobby as a photographer. As the kids get older or work becomes available, she plans to go pro. So please check her out (her photography, that is).