Category: History
Updated on January 13, 2023
99 Luftballoons – January 1983 Remembered
The Beginning Of The End In January of 1983, I was beginning the last semester of my Senior Year in High School. And the only thing on my mind was leaving home and heading off to college. I …
Updated on January 10, 2013
Where Was God During 9/11?
It seems every time there is a national tragedy or terrorist attack or seemingly any random act of violence, the question comes up, “Where is God?” A discussion of God’s promises of protection.
Updated on July 23, 2011
Norway Terror Attack
Norway Terror Attack The facts aren’t all in yet, but a quick search of Google shows that the worldwide media is gleefully reporting the “Conservative, Christian, Right-wing Radical” meme. At least one German paper acknowleged in the opening …
Posted on June 9, 2011
Battle of Thermopylae
Battle of Thermopylae I was fortunate to be one of the first to see the movie “300” opening day in Dallas. This was one of the few films scheduled for release in 2007 that I was eager to …
Updated on February 26, 2023
Remember Goliad!
Goliad Massacre – Texas Revolution For those who hate history, or specifically hate Texas history, read no further. For those who like myself see the benefit of remembering key moments in history, read on… On Palm Sunday, March …
Posted on March 30, 2011
Who’s Your Spiritual Daddy?
I recently read an article that challenged its readers with a quiz. Taking violent verses out of the Koran and Bible, the challenge was to name the source for the verse. The object of course was to prove …
Updated on March 2, 2013
Texas Independence
On March 1, 1836, 59 delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos and decided whether to declare their independence from an increasingly hostile Mexican government. By day 2, March 2nd, they had ratified and signed their declaration. The document listed several …
Updated on February 7, 2011
Suggestions For Earth Day!
Suggestions For Earth Day! As luck would have it, today is Earth Day, that wonderful day we celebrate the planet instead of its Creator. Al Gore be praised! To help you make the most of this glorious day, …
Updated on February 6, 2011
True Heroes
True Heroes The “hero” title gets thrown around a whole lot these days. But since it is Veteran’s Day, I thought it appropriate to highlight a few Medal of Honor recipients through the years. What some of these …
Updated on July 1, 2011
Independence Day
Independence Day Tomorrow of course is July 4th, the day we celebrate American Independence. For some its a time to travel, watch fireworks, go to the lake, or just relax. Few really appreciate all that transpired some 232 …
Updated on February 6, 2011
Remembering 9-11
Sometimes it seems I’m the last to know what’s happening in the world. I didn’t know we had been attacked until well after all four jets had made their deadly plunge.