Category Archives: Evil

Sheep and Doves Will Survive and Thrive

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Spirit Moments

The most persecuted and discriminated against religious group today are Christians. Persecutions and martyrdom have always been an integral part of the Church’s history. And in her darkest hours, the Church has even had to suffer brother betraying brother to … Continue reading →

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It’s a Blur!

Posted on June 26, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Blur: The Speed of Change in the Connected Economy was a popular book several years ago. It described how things are changing so fast in today’s world that everything seems to be in a blur. Moore’s law, for example, states … Continue reading →

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Reconciliation

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Spirit Moments

I grew up during the heat of the Cold War, which pitted democratic countries, led by the US, against the communist bloc, led by the USSR. The relationship between the two blocs was one of stark confrontation. Their strategy in … Continue reading →

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Dignity of Labor

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Spirit Moments

“It’s not who I am underneath, but what I do that defines me.” thus replied Batman when Rachel asked him his name. Today is labor day, a celebration of the dignity of human labor. For many years, labor has often … Continue reading →

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Voices

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Spirit Moments

People who hear voices are often labelled as crazy or lunatics. But I hear voices often. I do many crazy things but I am sure of my sanity. Still, I do often hear voices. Like, I often hear that little … Continue reading →

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Misplaced Anxieties

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Spirit Moments

I have always been hungry for affirmation and public adulation. And somehow, I have always gotten it. I love being the center of attention for something I have done, or something I have said, or simply just being funny or … Continue reading →

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Praying For Boston

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Spirit Moments

My heart and my prayers go out to the victims of the Boston bombings and to their families and loved ones. Another unspeakable horror. Another instance where I can only cry out in anguished bewilderment “Why?” Why is there so … Continue reading →

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Mercy, Mercy Me

Posted on April 7, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Today, there will be people who will greet the new day, wishing it were their last. There will be those who will wake up to realize their pains and sorrows are still there and just wouldn’t go away. There will … Continue reading →

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Betrayal and Forgiveness

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Spirit Moments

One of the most bitter human experiences possible is that of being betrayed. The betrayal becomes even more painful when it is done by a person one is close to. The trust and confidence that was there before is replaced … Continue reading →

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Nothing comes from nothing. No one gives what one does not have. These are some of the self-evident statements that have given me a lot of inspiration and consolation. There is so much beauty in nature. I love doing nature … Continue reading →

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Spirit Moments | Comments Off on Blessed is He Who Comes To Teach Us How To Live