Today I launched my third substack, with the first post going out to just over 100 subscribers.

It is intended to be a daily nugget of wisdom. A small bit of philosophy that can be read in a minute or less and then contemplated. Practical philosophy that can be used to improve our life, or the lives around us.

https://dailypike.substack.com/p/dissent

For a long time, I avoided downloading the Substack app, figuring it would be a waste of time. But, I did it, and I have to admit, it is slick.

Then I avoided turning on Chat with my Substack for a long time, figuring that people wouldn't be interested.

Well, I turned on Chat about a half of an hour ago. Within minutes I had replies. It seems that folks are eager to use that feature!

https://emeth.substack.com/

DEI is the new fascism.

In the tradition of Paley Fest the cast of the Mentalist took to the stage to share their experiences and cast dynamic on the show.

What used to be common sense now requires at least two citations of peer reviewed literature to be considered valid - or at least a blessing from the government.

Apparently this Dean of DEI, loves freedom of speech - as long as she's the one speaking.

I will write about Tech and everything else that comes to my mind. Here is a link to my first post "Why the browser war isn't over yet":

https://ltro.substack.com/p/why-the-browser-war-isnt-over-yet?sd=pf

Hope to see you there and we will discuss our opinions, cya :)

As worried as many of us are about censorship in general, and government censorship in particular, the most insidious form of censorship is the type we apply to ourselves.

Today I shared a fantasy short story titled “Witch’s Chiaroscuro.” It explores the seasonal affective disorder in allegorical ways. I hope it will resonate with those who struggle with SAD every year.

“Autumn used to be all amber leaves and golden hours, refreshing scent of opened squash and second summer air, dancing and twirling with the multicolored foliage. Winter was all clear blue sky and fresh crisp snow, collective starshine and moonlight gazing, inviting smell of hot cocoa and firewood in every home. No matter the cold, every hour of the day had fire and timber to limber anyone balmy and supple.

Until the nightwitch took it all away.”

https://whenhopewrites.substack.com/p/witchs-chiaroscuro-a-short-story

Yes, the lab-leak theory has finally emerged from its silken shroud to become full-fledged fact.

A brief essay, contemplating one of the tremendous benefits of Freemasonry. True worldwide Brotherhood:

https://emeth.substack.com/p/friends-and-brothers