In late January, 1973, the United States Supreme Court legalized abortion through the infamous Roe V. Wade decision, resulting in endless acrimony that has settled into predictable channels.
Overturning Roe would allow each state to determine how they wanted to address abortion. Some would make it illegal; some would mandate restrictions in varying degrees; and a few would maintain the status quo.
But unwanted pregnancies would still occur.
According to friends who attended college in the 1950s and 1960s, wealthy…..
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
“Blessed…..
About a year after moving to Columbia, Missouri, I joined Missouri United Methodist Church, known for its music ministry.
Last April, the church’s new Director of Music announced that he was looking for volunteers to join the church’s newly-established praise band. Fully expecting to be turned down gracefully, I volunteered to play drums, as I had played for various ensembles in high school and college.
But to my surprise, I have been playing since then on drum kit, tambourine,…..
President Trooge enjoyed his Christmas vacation on his Florida estate. he played golf. He bragged to his friends about how the recently-signed tax bill would make them all richer. He boasted about his brilliance and golf swing.
On New Year’s Eve, he had gone to bed early, snoring blissfully while suffused in an orange, eerie glow. As the ball dropped near Trooge Tower, a voice intruded into his consciousness.
“President Trooge?”
“Go away.”
“President Trooge.”
“What?”
“I am Robert Marlor,…..