“The People Upstairs,” a poem about annoying neighbors by Ogden Nash

“Poetic Wednesday” Ogden Nash (1902-1971) is described as America’s “best known producer of humorous poetry.”  He published over 500 short rhyming light-verse poems. The People Upstairs The people upstairs all practice balletTheir living room is a bowling alleyTheir bedroom is full of conducted tours.Their radio is louder than yours,They celebrate week-ends all the week.When they … Continue reading “The People Upstairs,” a poem about annoying neighbors by Ogden Nash →

The Savior’s Motto: “Thy Will Be Done”

"Easter Sunday Sermon" I believe in mottos. Mottos guide us and inspire us. Military organizations have mottos  For example, the U.S. Coast Guard’s motto is: “Semper Peratus,” “Always Prepared.” The motto of the U.S. Marine Corps is: “Semper Fidelas,” “Always Faithful.”        The story is told of a young couple attending a wedding at a … Continue reading The Savior’s Motto: “Thy Will Be Done” →

Review of 5 Most Popular Posts (londonedition.net 4/23)

http://www.londonedition.net People often ask me, "How's your blog doing?" Here's the latest: My Top Five Posts (Most popular posts by viewers + "likes") Raised from the Dead: Ephraim Hanks and Nancy Johnson Booker T. Washington: Truth and right are not determined by a majority Raised from the Dead: Ephraim Hanks and the Martin Handcart Company … Continue reading Review of 5 Most Popular Posts (londonedition.net 4/23) →

Unicorns are real! They’re in the Bible.

"Fun Facts Saturday" In Honor of Scotland's National Unicorn Day, April 9th Unicorns are amazing!  They have healing powers. Their horns can be used to cast spells.  And, they live forever unless they are killed. No wonder, unicorns were made the National Animal of Scotland, and are celebrated on April 9th, National Unicorn Day. These … Continue reading Unicorns are real! They’re in the Bible. →

Case of the Drug-Induced “Spiritual” Experience 

“Court Case Friday” I presided over an interesting case of domestic violence.  A military officer was desperate to have a “spiritual experience.” Instead of consulting a religious leader, he searched the internet.  “A little knowledge is a dangerous thing.” He discovered that some people professed to have had spiritual experiences by taking hallucinogenic drugs like … Continue reading Case of the Drug-Induced “Spiritual” Experience  →

“On Being Brought from Africa to America,” a 1773 poem by slave Phillis Wheatley

“Poetic Wednesday” Phillis Wheatley (1753-1784) is the first African American to publish poetry. She was sold into slavery as a child and taken to America.  Her Boston owners encouraged her education and literary talents. Her book of poetry, printed in 1773, was a success. It was praised by George Washington and Benjamin Franklin. Consequently, the … Continue reading “On Being Brought from Africa to America,” a 1773 poem by slave Phillis Wheatley →

Blood and Agony – My Personal “Gethsemane” Analogy

"Sunday Sermon" In Honor of Easter A few years ago, as I sat in the restroom, I noticed a strong copper smell.  When I stood up, I was shocked to see the bowl filled with bright red blood.  I had a “colon bleed.”  Since I was on blood thinners, I was losing a lot of … Continue reading Blood and Agony – My Personal “Gethsemane” Analogy →

April Fools’ Joke Was on Me

"Saturday Stories" Today is April Fools' Day Our family had two white and brown pet rats. They were wonderful pets. We named them “Laverne” and “Shirley.”  I am an animal lover, and Laverne and Shirley quickly found a place in my heart. Just about everyone in the courthouse thought that I was crazy to have pet rats. … Continue reading April Fools’ Joke Was on Me →

Wedding Photographer Lawsuits

"Court Case Friday" “The Photos Suck” I have presided over several small claims cases involving wedding photos. Typically, wedding photographers sued the newlyweds because they refused to pay for the pictures. The couples argued that they shouldn’t have to pay, because “the photos suck.” Quality of Photos is Subjective The quality of photos is subjective.  … Continue reading Wedding Photographer Lawsuits →

“Touch of the Master’s Hand”(Auction of the Old Violin)

"Poetic Wednesday" Jesus healed the blind, deaf, crippled, unclean, and dead, with his “touch.”  He could have healed all of them with his voice. But he touched them instead. This is a favorite religious poem.  “The worth of a soul” is forever changed by the “Touch of the Master’s Hand. “ Touch of the Master’s … Continue reading “Touch of the Master’s Hand”(Auction of the Old Violin) →