The time we spent living in the Hotel California appears to finally be coming to an end. Now, if only those who control the policy-making decisions could swallow their pride, and allow us to move forward again.
It’s Over
It’s Hard To Keep Up
The wheels are off. Moms are domestic terrorists. Biden doesn't know how the vaccine works. We have 11 million unfilled jobs, with 8 million unemployed, and the fix is to spend trillions of dollars. Does anything make sense anymore? But, at least we are protected from mean tweets!
What Is Going On?
Afghanistan. The Border. COVID. China. Inflation. The problems continue to stack up.
9/11… Twenty Years Later
Never forget. And, never stop telling the stories.
Afghanistan: Part Two
It's hard to fathom how Biden survives this catastrophic decision. It is equally difficult to imagine how America escapes the incredibly precarious position Biden put us in. Who will lead America out of this, and how?
Afghanistan
American and her non-winnable wars.
The Craziness You Missed
Here’s a compilation of stories from this week of wacky things that happened across our country.
On An Island
It is dark out there. It can render one despondent. The feeling is a blend of anxiety, fear, and loneliness. Faith is being stress-tested regularly. Faith and confidence in our systems. Our community. Our own selves. It has felt like an uphill battle for many months, and the exhaustion of the climb requires continual perseverance. … Continue reading On An Island
Person Of The Year
Let's talk about who really should have won Time's Person Of The Year
The Transition Begins
Biden's pick for Treasury Secretary is huge. First, it shows Biden isn't pandering to the far left progressives. Second, it shows Biden is extending an olive branch to the conservatives. This may forecast the Biden presidency and possible signs of bipartisanship.
Just A Thought
Why are some so hellbent on persuading others into their respective political corner?
Twitter: America’s Biggest Problem
Twitter is used by a fifth of Americans, yet it's trending topics consume the vast majority of our news. This has to change for America to move forward.
Life Continues
There are few things this next administration can and will do that will directly alter your life. This statement holds true if the prior administration remains in power. Sure, facets of life may become more or less tedious due to regulation, however, the vast majority of your life will remain the same. Going forward, the … Continue reading Life Continues
Ideology
Can logic help you decide who to vote for? Not a chance. It's all about your emotions.
Gut Check
Please do yourself, and your fellow Americans a favor. Stop taking politics so seriously.
Generational Icons
Every age group has a few influential people who matter more than most. These select few carry the gift of gravitas that cannot be learned or acquired. It’s just there. Ruth Bader Ginsburg had just that. She had it. She had what we all want. She is, and will remain respected, appreciated, and adored.
Over It
Easily offended people need not apply
What Is Happening
Enslaved Muslims in China, the existence of aliens confirmed by the US Government, and a huge censorship controversy around Hydroxychloroquine.
It’s Complicated
Enough is enough. It is time to focus on America's complicated past, while addressing the reality of today, to determine a path forward for tomorrow.
NYC Failed
It's time to call a spade a spade. New York City failed. In particular, the incredible lack of leadership from Mayor DiBlasio, combined with a visible feud between him and Governor Cuomo, resulted in one of the biggest disasters in the storied history of America's most important city. First, why did a city as densely … Continue reading NYC Failed
Evolve or Die
Anyone who thinks they can conduct business in the same capacity they did a few months ago will be in for a rude awakening. Habits have been developed, and it is paramount that businesses cater to the new normal.
Checking In
How did we get here, and where are we going? How does this shift economic, societal, and cultural norms? Let's start trying to figure this out.
The Truth Will Set You Free
Let's try to figure out why Catholics avoid the sacrament of confessions at all cost
Just Communicate
Saying "I'm fine" all the time when asked how you are doing by someone who is actually seeking out the information is setting you up for serious defeat down the road. You have to communicate and explain how you feel. Bottling it up inside will make your mind go crazy. Here's what you can do to avoid this pitfall.
Adventure
What happened to the sense of adventure you had when you were younger?
Grey
It is time to stop thinking in black and white, and allow for grey areas to return.
Your Information
Why are we providing our info and data to companies who not only poorly protect it but also profit from it without providing us a share?
Catholics Come Home
Remember when the only excuse you had for not attending church was that you were too busy? Those we the days. Now, how about we name all of the reasons you don't go anymore The sex abuse scandal Church corruption Your spouse isn't Catholic The church's stance on Abortion and/or Gay Marriage You don't believe, … Continue reading Catholics Come Home
Marijuana
America, it is time to rid yourself of the stigma associated with marijuana. The benefits outweigh the cons, and the drug needs to become a viable, and legal option for consumers across the country.
Athletes
The dominant athlete is dead.
Writing
Be patient. Write things down. Use this as a buffer between your irrational thoughts, and rational words.
Perspective
Put things into perspective. It will help you realize how significant, or insignificant something actually is.
Hiding Under A Box
You're unplugging from the tough realty of life all wrong. You may be taking the first step of disconnecting, but what about the second step. Here's how you can turn it into a new habit and set you free.
Numbers Matter
There are a lot of numbers that get thrown about during an Election Year. They are usually pipe dreams not rooted in reality. Most often, few of these numbers come to fruition. Those that do, are typically different from the initial campaign promise. And, considerably off the mark. The numbers that get tossed around focus … Continue reading Numbers Matter
The Mamba
A living legend no more.
They’re Doing It Again
The Democrats didn't learn any lessons in their 2016 loss, and they're likely going to be a victim of their own demise come 2020.
2020
Ten days into the new year, and what a start. Geopolitical conflict, drama in the Royal Family, incriminating emails released from Boeing, additional fallout from the Epstein scandal, a deeply troubling plane crash that should have been avoided, and calamity over fires in Australia.
Drain The Swamp
Where do we go from here? Impeachment is upon us, but are we as divided as we think we are? Don't believe the lies.
Climate
Three nations. Half of the world’s emissions. A third of the world’s population. The USA, India, and China. Get all three to work together, and it’s the only way the world can cleanup its act.
Bye Netflix
The 20s will be nearing an end ten years from now. What company will be gone? Who will be the greatest casualty of the next decade? The answer is Netflix.
The Big One
The story that has potential to bring about problems that could last a generation.
Kavanaugh Returns
One year later, and the story has come back to the forefront. However, this time America has learned of a very different story.
September 11th
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly from 9-11
Life Comes At You Fast
The last time I sat on the boat to head home was likely the happiest I had been since I moved to New York City. I had just left an outing with my closest friends. We shared drinks, caught up, and enjoyed each other's company for hours. It seemed like time stopped for the night. … Continue reading Life Comes At You Fast
Focus
You led yourself to believe something that's false. You live a busy life, so you typically only read titles, summaries, listen to quick sound bytes, and watch videos below 60-second in length. This has been the way you consume news for most anything relevant, regardless of the subject. It's been the way you have digested … Continue reading Focus
The R Word
Seven days ago our fearless leader tweeted a series of four tweets that set the media into a tizzy. The tweets got Trump exactly what he wanted. Is saying 'go back to your country...' rooted in bigotry, or even racism? Of course. Does Trump hate these four women because they are women of color? Not … Continue reading The R Word
Tax The Rich
Tax the rich. Change capitalism. Democrat Presidential hopefuls have put forward plans to fix America's wealth-inequality problem. The problem is relevant, and requires attention. How can we fix it?
Generational Divides
Could generational divides become a thing of the past? Technology is evolving at unprecedented rates. It constantly changes the way people are doing things, and how they see and experience the world.
An Observation
Krauthammer once said, liberals think conservatives are evil, whereas conservatives think liberals are wrong.
The End of the Slippery Slope
The actions of Big Tech over the weekend guaranteed President-Elect Biden already lost his chance at uniting America. We've reached the end of the Slippery Slope, and the coming years will only worsen our situation. Liberty is guaranteed, but it is now under attack. Here is how we got here, where we are going, and how you can stay vigilant.
The Election
It feels as if we are living in a Banana Republic.
Election Prediction
All about the Hispanics
Phil Your Day 