The Thinking Spot
By Duncan McGinnis
The Thinking SpotDec 05, 2020
What if You're Wrong?
the Parable of the Muddy Road Part 2
Further examination of the Parable of the Muddy Road continued from earlier episode
A Muddy Road - Discussion of a Popular Zen Buddhist Parable
Today's episode is a brief exploration of the old Zen Koan sometimes known as "A Muddy Road". It's about letting things go.
Eulogy for a Cat
We recently had to make the heartbreaking decision to euthanize our 21 year old cat, Miss Kitty. Today's episode is her eulogy. Please have your pets spayed and neutered, and adopt unwanted animals rather than buying designer pets from mills or pet stores.
Lessons Learned in the Morehouse Parish Jail
In 1983 I spent a couple of days on vacation courtesy of Morehouse Parish Louisiana. A brief discussion of what I learned there.
The Peaceful Transfer of Political Power and American Exceptionalism
For 224 years America has held Presidential elections and, until now, there has never even been a question as to whether the loser of an election would accept defeat and walk away for the good of the country. Donald Trump is threatening that.
American Taliban on the Rise
Right Wing "militias" (really gangs of thugs), seem to have become emboldened by the racist, misogynist rants of the lunatic currently infesting the White House. Recent events have clearly demonstrated their willingness to use violence and their utter disregard for anyone who disagrees with their rigid, narrow and exclusive views of what freedom and liberty mean.
Thinking About Abortion
We're taking a look at the issue of abortion to see how rational thought might help