Category Archives: Philosophy

Happiness: An American Tragedy

The history of this country is a history of tragedy. I suppose I could say the same about the history of our world, but like all good citizens, I want to focus on us; at least for now. From the … Continue reading

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Happiness, not so big

The two paragraphs below are from Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451; it is Montag, remembering his grandfather: “And when he died, I suddenly realized I wasn’t crying for him at all, but for all the things he did. I cried because … Continue reading

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Imponderable Happiness

This week I want to ponder the imponderable: that which cannot be precisely determined, measured, or evaluated. Specifically, this week’s written thought is a continuation of my search for “Again” two weeks ago. In that written thought, I was troubled … Continue reading

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PIg-Baby Happiness

Pig-Baby bespeaks your debut Wee head in pig hood all askew Each morning, a plea Stop looking at me!” Now he can start looking at you Pig-Baby bespeaks your debut Wee head in pig hood all askew Both frightening and … Continue reading

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Happiness Again, again

Make America Great Again! This week I am working to examine the possible “Agains” in American history that many of us appear to want to relive. First though, how are we defining Again? Is it a specific period of time? … Continue reading

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