Disclaimer: I live in a Red state. It is election season, and many of the political ads follow a specific script. Lately, I’ve seen women slamming DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), which sent me down a rabbit hole. On the surface, diversity, equity, and inclusion sound like common sense—why would any rational person be opposed? Don’t we want to promote a culture where individuals are given opportunities based on their skills, regardless of their gender, background, or physical abilities? When did recognizing the contributions of minorities, women, and the disabled become a "bad" thing?
Throwback Thursday: What is Barbecue?
In What Is Barbecue? I lay out what real barbecue means to me — and yes, I fully own my Texas bias. Barbecue is about beef, especially brisket, cooked low and slow with smoke and a simple rub. Sauce should enhance the meat, not drown it. Burgers and hot dogs belong on a grill, not in the barbecue category. Real barbecue takes patience, respect for the meat, and an understanding that great flavor doesn’t need to be complicated.
Top 10: Unusual Team Mascots 5.0 – College Edition
Today's edition of Top 10 features unusual collegiate mascots.
God Meets You Exactly Where Are
God’s grace meets us in our mess, our exhaustion, and our longing—offering rest, healing, and the steady assurance that we are never alone.
The SAVE Act: The Paperwork Wall
The SAVE Act is a bogus piece of legislation. It isn't about security; it’s a calculated effort to shrink the voting pool. While the rhetoric claims to protect "election integrity." The primary targets of this "paperwork wall" are American citizens—specifically married women, low-income families, and those with "non-standard" names. The Logical Collapse of the Conspiracy … Continue reading The SAVE Act: The Paperwork Wall
Throwback Thursday: Top 10 – Ideas for Valentine’s Day (or other Date Night)
Looking for last minute idea's for Valentines day. Check out today's Throwback Thursday.
If I Could Make Leo Understand One Thing . . .
If I could make my dog understand one thing, it would be to stop chewing his leash—because sometimes what feels restrictive is actually what keeps us safe.
The Dee Zone 