In the latest of several “controversial” moves, Marvel Comics has apparently decided to ‘reveal’ that Captain America is actually a Hydra (Nazi) agent. Yes, that Captain America: Steve Rogers, the most morally upright hero in the Marvel universe, the leader of the Avengers, the symbol of everything great about America, beloved by millions of fans. … Continue reading Why What Happens to Captain America Matters
Musings
The Wonders of the Saknussemm Ocean
I've always loved the 1959 film version of Journey to the Center of the Earth, starring James Mason, Pat Boone, Arlene Dahl, and Thayer David (and Gertrude the Duck). Among its many virtues are some truly gorgeous cinematography (most of the underground sequences were filmed at Carlsbad Caverns), excellently designed sets, a witty script, and a marvelous … Continue reading The Wonders of the Saknussemm Ocean
How Success Leads to Failure
“By the sweat of your brow shall you eat bread, until you return to the earth.” -Gen. 3; 19 There has been an idea percolating in my brain for some time now, born of both reading history and watching my beloved and once-great nation sink into mires of madness and dissolution. The idea is this: … Continue reading How Success Leads to Failure
The Meaning of Chance
Nothing happens by chance. This is not sentiment, but sober fact: ‘chance’ is not a cause, it is not an active principle which produces an effect. The word ‘chance’ does not refer to any object or force in itself, but rather to our lack of knowledge. The element of chance in any event is the element … Continue reading The Meaning of Chance
“These Are Nowhere Near the Best Years of Your Life”
I’m a big fan of Country music: I love it. To me it’s one of the most reliably pleasant and uplifting art forms on the market today. And one of my favorite artists is Mr. Brad Paisley. As a matter of fact, it was Mr. Paisley’s music that first made me a Country fan. Before … Continue reading “These Are Nowhere Near the Best Years of Your Life”
“Thy Power Throughout the Universe Displayed”
Below is a video that purports to show a 3D model of a small portion of the entire Universe. Now, I don’t know enough about astronomy to know how well this jives with the current data, and I know enough about the history of science to suspect that this is largely speculative, since I highly … Continue reading “Thy Power Throughout the Universe Displayed”
Princess Porn and the Assault on Innocence
I’ve been on a bit of a Nintendo/Disney kick lately, basking in fun, wholesome, princess-y goodness (lingering effects of Cinderella, I think). Then last night I made the mistake of searching Deviant Art for cute pictures of Princess Daisy (Luigi’s implied love-interest from the Super Mario games), and the very first items to come up … Continue reading Princess Porn and the Assault on Innocence
Christ and the Sword
All four of the Gospels report an incident during Jesus’ arrest in which Peter attempts to defend Him by drawing his sword and attacking the mob, cutting off the ear of one of the crowd. Jesus rebukes Peter for this and heals the injured man before He is taken away. Each of the Gospels provide … Continue reading Christ and the Sword
Thoughts on the Death Penalty
Recently, the Catholic blogsphere united (read: exploded into civil war) over the issue of capital punishment. Four publications and most of the Patheos blog channel all came together to call for the end of the death penalty in America. Probably against my better judgment, I’m going to weigh in here. Not on the … Continue reading Thoughts on the Death Penalty
Serpent's Den 