WOTM: Stop The Steal, Part I
Hey gang! Happy New Year, my beautiful, stylish, super sexy patrons!
I have good news and bad news. My surgeon says I don't have to have surgery. My GP did a bit of that in an emergency situation (in his office no less) and apparently, he nailed it! We'll continue monitoring the situation, but things are looking good so far.
The bad news is that my beloved, sweet, beautiful JewG (my Greyhound) died on December 11th. It was sudden, unexpected, and absolutely broke my heart. I miss her like I've lost a limb. If you're wondering, she was almost 13, and died naturally, peacefully, and bravely at home. She was truly the best person I have ever known (aside from my daughter). Pure goodness!
As for this month's videos, I've done something I don't think I've ever done before. I started this several months ago — researching the topic, and it steamrolled into six videos of about 46 minutes worth of content... on the same topic.
For years now, I've been seeing quasi-historian and novelist, Tom Holland, everywhere promoting his book, Dominion. The premise is that we all have Christianity to thank for the world of "The West" given to us by the Enlightenment thinkers and the scientific revolution. At some point, I just couldn't take it anymore and had to push back. That's what this series is all about. I'm quite proud of it. A ton of work went into it — which all of you have made possible. Blessing to everything here — endless indulgences too!
Part one is a basic introduction and the presentation of my first problem with Tom's reasoning: What took so freakin' long?!!! Christians took over the Roman Empire in 380 C.E. We didn't get anything like Enlightenment thinking until the 16th century(?).
Thank you so much for making this series possible. Now, enjoy!!! B
Comments (20)
Indeed! Does this Tom fellow think the phrase, "The Enlightenment" was a term used to describe what happened *before* the enlightenment? (Unrelated: I have a huge dog-shaped hole in my heart too.)
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A must read for anyone curious about how Christianity brough about the DARK AGES. "The Darkening Age" - Catherine Nixey
Have read it. Loved it!
So sorry for your loss of JewG. 13 year is a long time for them. We had a rescued greyhound that died of a stroke, so can empathize with your loss.
Mixed news, but ain't that life. Fortunately, your dogmate had a long, and undoubtedly happy life (living w you, what else?) and your health on the mend is very good news. Looking forward to viewing this Tom Holland piece (though I do like him as Spider, he's no Toby.) HNY!
"Wrong turn at Albuquerque" Ha! a Bugs Bunny reference! Well done sir!
I'm so glad someone got that. Bugs was my hero when I was a kid (is that why I'm a wiseass?)! No other cartoon character came close... until Homer. We should plan BugsFest2024!
No surgery, hooray! Does this mean you can go on being a cut-up?
Yes — doctor's orders!!!
Ooooh… Brian, I am so sorry to hear of JewG's death…!!! Breaks my heart. I've lost two darling, loyal, loving Pomeranians in the past —which put me on the floor with heartache. I still miss them terribly! I now have a third Pom, the joy of my life, and I live with trepidation for the day she also dies. I don't think there is anything in the world as painful as loosing our bestest fur-ends! As for Tom Holland, you're a better man than I am, Gunga Din, to put up with his egotistical crappola.
My good friend's mom across the street had Poms. They might be too adorable. I'd never get anything done. My Cookie (Havanese) is still with me. Just turned 15. Can't hear hardly at all, and her sight it going. But she still has a lot of pep. She's my doggie soulmate. So smart. Never had a connection like this with a dog before. I'll be put on suicide watch when she goes. And yes, watching/reading that much Tom Holland was a genuine chore. I appreciate your appreciation. I don't think I've ever done so much research for a series of videos before. I'm absolutely exhausted! Now, go have a great new year!
There is another, better, book titled "Dominion" about mankind's abuse of animals. "Throughout Dominion, Scully counters the hypocritical arguments that attempt to excuse animal abuse: from those who argue that the Bible's message permits mankind to use animals as it pleases, to the hunter's argument that through hunting animal populations are controlled, to the popular and "scientifically proven" notions that animals cannot feel pain, experience no emotions, and are not conscious of their own lives."
Just bought it on audible. Thanks for the tip (that's what she said). That kind of thing is right up my alley. Did you know that was Low Bar Bill's argument (don't know if it still is) — that animals don't suffer? What an ass!!!
I’m so sorry about your dog. It’s just devastating I know. Glad you are getting better and I hope the new year will be better for all of us! Maybe we should pray on it. Haha.
LOL!!!
So sorry to hear of the loss of your canine companion. It's so hard to accept their passing, even though we know from the start their lives are short compared to ours.
Thanks so much. I just saw a story yesterday about a life-extending drug for dogs being tested. D'oh!!!
The 'waters we swim in' right now are secular waters. By and large they are clear and transparent waters we have filtered over the last couple of centuries. Waters that for millennia before that, clerics have been gleefully pissing in. The Enlightenment was the point at which the Christian piss to clear water ratios began to be addressed. If the waters we swim in have any Christianity in them these days, it's just because some people are so self centred they still think its fine it's piss in the pool. The separation of church and state is merely a sign saying 'Please Don't Piss In The Pool'. Also on the personal notes, great to hear the good medical news, saddened to hear about JewG. Best wishes for you Bri Bri.
Thanks so much. Great post. Love that "piss in the pool" bit!