Monthly Archives: June 2011

Is morality situational?

Posted on June 27, 2011 by BigBill

We tend to think that “the right thing” just IS and doesn’t change regardless of circumstances. But think about it for a minute. What’s believed to be moral or “right” in a society DOES change over time. The lyrics from … Continue reading →

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It’s District Assembly time

Posted on June 25, 2011 by BigBill

Last week Cathy and I were walking around Belmont Shore (great casual dining, funky shops and Sweet Jills–the best sweet rolls in Southern California!) and I saw two young couples sitting at an outside table in a cafe. One of … Continue reading →

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The nature of friendship

Posted on June 23, 2011 by BigBill

It occurs to me that there are several kinds of friendships. Or maybe a number of different types of relationships that all get lumped together as friendships. Or maybe it’s just that people define friendship in many different ways. It’s … Continue reading →

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Sense of community or cyber voyeurism?

Posted on June 13, 2011 by BigBill

This whole question of connectedness continues to bounce around in my head. I got an email today from someone I’ve never met, but I’ve now heard from twice. It was by no means an intrusion or unwelcome, just surprising. They … Continue reading →

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