Embarrassed Yet:  The People Want to Know

Embarrassed Yet: The People Want to Know

Well, Congress, many things have been left up to you as representatives of “We the People”.  Sadly, many of you did it your way in spite of all the outcries and questions that loomed right in front of you.  The people weren’t smart enough.  The people weren’t aware of all the facts.  The people were … Continue reading

Stop the Bullying:  The One-sided Affair

Stop the Bullying: The One-sided Affair

I’m not going to mince words.  I’m tired of the radical agenda driven peoples, claiming special consideration for gay teens, while then claiming they are fighting “bullying” of teens.  No, you aren’t.  You are fighting the bullying of specific groups — not bullying itself. That’s wrong! That’s as wrong as the act of bullying. Let’s … Continue reading

Write Fearlessly!

Write Fearlessly!

A few years into my career as a fulltime freelance writer, I got a phone call from an editor. I had written several books for her in the past, and she liked my work. “Jim,” she said, “are you sitting down? I have a celebrity autobiography I want you to co-write, and you just won’t … Continue reading

Almost Breaking News: Need to raise money to help…

Almost Breaking News: Need to raise money to help…

Dear “Truly Appreciated” Reader: I’m trying to help raise money for someone in need of medical tests, treatment & expenses.  If you need help with proofreading or updating your blog, for example, please consider me for the job.  Just tell me what you need done and how much you are willing to pay for the … Continue reading

When the Information was Wrong: The Inaccurate Public Conviction of George Zimmerman

When the Information was Wrong: The Inaccurate Public Conviction of George Zimmerman

On February 26, 2012, in Sanford, Florida, life ended for one young man and life forever changed for many more. There is no turning back. There are no second chances. A young man is dead and another young man faces the results of decisions they both made that day. While we can’t take back how … Continue reading