Category Archives: The Culture

Labor Day

Posted on September 1, 2025 by Stella

Longer quote: [Labor Day is] a peculiarly American holiday. It is a most characteristic representation of our ideals. . . . To my mind America has but one main problem, the character of the men and women it shall produce. … Continue reading →

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This is not progress – mental illness today in the USA

Posted on July 26, 2025 by Stella

President Trump signed an executive order titled “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets,” which directs federal agencies to make it easier to involuntarily treat people with serious mental illnesses as part of a bid to address homelessness across the … Continue reading →

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In Honor Of Our Country – And Her Flag!

Posted on June 14, 2025 by Stella

Today, June 14, is Flag Day.  In her honor, a bit of music and a bit of history. September 14 marks the anniversary  of the Battle of Baltimore, and the siege on Ft. McHenry.  At the famous battle, Francis Scott … Continue reading →

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Respect The Flag

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Stella

“When we don’t respect the flag enough to fight for it, we will be the weakest generation.” Jon McNaughton Full quote: I painted President Trump picking up a shredded and trampled flag off the football field. He holds a wet … Continue reading →

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Operation Dynamo: The Miracle of Dunkirk

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Stella

This is a repeat post. A few years ago I watched the movie, Darkest Hour (2017), about the period leading up to the rescue of the British soldiers at Dunkirk and Churchill’s famous speech (see below). Although, like all movies, … Continue reading →

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Is Spring almost here?

Posted on March 28, 2025 by Stella

Have you ever noticed that one sunny day when you are driving or walking down your street there seems to be a green haze in the air, as the leaves unfurl? Even though you have been waiting and watching for … Continue reading →

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Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Stella

For all of my Irish, part Irish, wish-you-were Irish, and temporarily Irish friends, I lift a glass to your health and happiness! An old Irish/Celtic folk song Of all the money, e’er I had, I spent it in good company, … Continue reading →

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The Legacy of Andrew Breitbart

Posted on March 3, 2025 by Stella

It is hard to believe that Andrew Breitbart has been dead for thirteen years. He died suddenly on March 1, 2012. In 2016, I wrote: Today is the 4th anniversary of the death of Andrew Breitbart. Andrew has been quoted … Continue reading →

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What are you cooking for Christmas Eve and/or Christmas Day?

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Stella

For most of us, Christmas is the first or second biggest family event of the year, especially in the cooking and baking department. Some people prefer turkey, some prefer ham, and others (like me) prefer beef.

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Music of the day – Autumn Leaves

Posted on November 30, 2024 by Stella

30 The falling leaves drift by the window The autumn leaves of red and gold I see your lips, the summer kisses The sun-burned hands I used to hold Since you went away the days grow long And soon I’ll … Continue reading →

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