Sexual Predators District Court Judge Linda Marquis reminds us that many of our courts are populated by accomplished jurists who recognize that sexual assault can produce life-long consequences; hence the need for appropriate sentencing guidelines. It is completely appropriate that Vaughn Griffith be charged as an adult. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15523461/las-vegas-private-school-captain-vaughn-griffith-charged-rape-video-classmate-costa-rica-trip.html When a fourteen year old male records the sodomy, instrumentation by force, and introduction of whatever-is-on-hand lubricants to the rectum, he is already a sexual predator. When he laughs at the assault, he exhibits sadistic qualities. And when this same 14 year old male saves the video to his cell phone memory, there is a lust which is not yet satiated. The urge is immature and growing. He has an appetite for sexual abuse. The video is the outward manifestation of a depraved mind...
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Are all concerned wanting a way out? The meeting today with PM Netanyahu, U.S.negotiator Steve Witkoff, Defense Minister, Israeli Chiefs of Staff and Mossad lasted three hours. Iran removing their uranium and halting their strategic military ambitions were on the table. But Iran has already requested a change of venue for the anticipated Friday meeting in Istanbul. It seems they are stalling a bit. Even as they met, the IRGC had received transmission of information from their UCAV or Shahed 129 drone. The claim is that is was not shot down but remained airborne for ten hours of surveillance and then safely returned to home base at Chabahar-Konorak Airport. And oh - did they mention that another one is on its way? There is a video of an attack on our aircraft carrier with the words of the prior Grand Ayatollah Khomeini: "Don't try to intimidate us by saying you'll send troops! We will bury your soldiers here!" There are still skirmishes in ...
Morning Reading: Theft as the Invisible Fourth Branch of Government Revered invisible government institution. Understood avenue for fleecing the taxpayers. Or maybe it is a wide boulevard. Protected by internal mechanisms of coercion and threat against whistle-blowers. A branch created to generate wealth portfolios for "stewards" in senior leadership roles and to give massive taxpayer-funded handouts to relatives and friends. A fourth branch as one giant party favor. "The people elected you. Now we will take care of you." A fourth branch of government which is bag worms on the Tree of Liberty. A fourth branch of no conscience and amoral behavior. https://ace.mu.nu/archives/418349.php Barnabae Sancto. We are a wealthy nation. Our nation should rejoice in the Feast of Barnabas every day. And just as Barnabas sold his land and was known for a generous spirit - the same should be true of our state and national stewards. Why not be ...
Missile Test I have no means for confirmation. But the text accompanying this image states there was a "rocket test" earlier today (2 February). Perhaps there was a heat signature. Tehran is busy churning out a lot of graphics and videos. The worst one shows American soldiers walking through a large American flag and coming out on the other side in caskets. It is powerful imagery, for sure.
Nancy Guthrie: Parenting our Parents Just another thing to add to my prayers today: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15518959/Today-host-Savannah-Guthries-mother-reported-missing-84-year-old-Nancy-seen-Arizona-home.html Saturday, I attended the funeral of a 94 year old lady. She had received care assistance, and then total care from her two daughters in the winter of her life. She suffered dementia and in the final years the did not recognize any family member nor was she aware of her surroundings. But every night, she would pray "The Lord's Prayer" in German. A video was shown of her reciting the prayer as she was nestled down into her pillow. Should I just wipe my eyes on my sleeve and my snot on the sleeve of the person next to me? Hmmm It was my distinct honor and privilege to care for my father from afar during the final decade of his life. Distance can be a factor, but neglect should never enter the equation. Daddy died knowi...
Iran: That of Which we are Unaware We are abundantly aware of our assets and capabilities. Somewhat aware of Iran's capabilities. But the concern is that of which we are unaware. We really don't know - not in the truest sense of the word, what the Grand Ayatollah has up that sleeve. And while we might show off our assets, Tehran might simply shed a skin. What we know is never as fascinating a thought as imagining - and breaking out into a sweat - over what we don't know. There is a lot of noise. Disinformation and misinformation. The Serbian president Aleksandar Vucic boldly proclaims the U.S. will attack Iran within 48 hours. And yet - the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group has placed a 1,000 km distance between itself and imminent danger, having returned to the Indian Ocean. The document above seems a bit of a sterile product. Because on the other side of the house - the House of Ali - perhaps we are unaware of chemical...