Open Apology
If you’ve read my blog before, you know I have a longstanding tradition of ranting about the LDS church, religion, and many people who are somehow connected to it. I believe that I’ve gone too far at times. I’ve ridiculed the private and profound struggles of many. I have failed to respect the altars of […]
The reason that 47% of Americans suck
There are times that I’m brimming with optimism about the future. Other days, I am nearly resigned to the idea that American culture and civilization is doomed. A couple of days ago, Mitt Romney was addressing some people at a fundraiser dinner. His remarks were secretly filmed. He said: “There are 47 percent of the […]
You are the CEO
Have you ever had those times in life where things around you start speaking to you in a new way? You start hearing new meaning in things your friends say. New friends with special qualities come along in serendipitous ways. Certain TV shows take on special significance. Song lyrics jump out at you. Random strangers […]
I couldn’t have done it without you
Okay everyone. I’m going to wander into crazy town while on this post. I’m not taking a position, but rather, thinking out loud so a few of my trusted friends can read this and talk with me about it. If you didn’t bring your waders today, you should probably not read this. “You can stake […]
Uh oh, Gordon’s not gonna like this!
*** note: I PROMISED MYSELF that I was going to wait for at least 3 days before posting another church related blog post, but then I saw this news story, and I Could. Not. Resist. 😀 It’s silly. It’s unsubstantial. It’s a non issue. I know. I also think it’s funny. *** One fateful day, […]
No pretense: the reason I am critical of Mormonism
Some people have remarked that I’ve been doing a lot of negative writing about the LDS church lately. It’s true. I’m going to come clean with you for a second about what’s fueling that fire. I have a big huge try turd in the colon of my soul, and I’m desperately trying to poop it […]
Mormonism and Islam: faiths of peace and love?
Here is a video of a man and woman being executed by members of the Muslim faith in Iran for having a love affair. This “sin” according to Islamic law, is punishable by death. The video is grainy, but you’ll get the idea. Do all Muslims practice this? Of course not. It’s just the most […]
Why do Mormons attract the disdain of others?
Why do Mormons attract the ire and jeers of people? It’s very simple. It comes down to one very basic truth about life as a human being: The way the world treats you is basically a mirror of how you view the world. You attract what you are. This is true of romance, business, and […]
The anarchist and the counter culture
“You still aren’t over it”, Jory said to me. “You are really cool about it… but every now and then when the topic comes up, you still have a reaction. You still have some things to work out before you are totally at peace with it”. My dear friend Jory was talking to me about […]
The Seeker
This is a self portrait I took in the chapel of the church I grew up in. As I tried to find a way to explain what I was feeling as I created this portrait, the words of a song came to mind: The Seeker “I’ve looked under chairs, I’ve looked under tables / I’ve […]