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American History X-plained
By Steve on July 16, 2010
I realize this is a little late for an American 4th of July laugh. I am always wondering when I watch clips like this, “Is this a set up or are people really this stupid?…
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Mel Gibson’s Fall from Grace
By Steve on July 13, 2010
2004 was a banner year for Mel Gibson. His Passion of the Christ defied critics to be one of the most acclaimed (and profitable) movies of all time. He was the darling of both Hollywood…
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July 4th Cold War Comfort Food
By Steve on July 4, 2010
Maybe its just me, but doesn’t it feel good to be fighting the Russians again! Last week’s breakup of a major Soviet (sorry, I mean Russian) spy ring of deep undercover agents infiltrating American suburbia…
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More thoughts on God’s Grace
By Steve on July 2, 2010
Since moving back to Hong Kong I seem to be confronted with, and experiencing a fresh revelation of, the Grace of God.
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Public Health Care: My Experience
By Steve on June 21, 2010
So much has been debated recently on the health care issue in America especially when it involves the public option. Because of this I want to share with you my recent encounter with “the public…
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World Cup FAQ
By Steve on June 13, 2010
After getting all stoked and trying to get into this “World Cup” thing, today’s England vs. USA match ended in a draw…a draw. Even in a world wide tournament, a football (soccer) match can end…
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Homeland INsecurity
By Steve on June 10, 2010
A good friend of mine is reading a book that he is dying to give me when he finishes it. Its called Son of Hamas and it tells the story of Mossad Hassan Yousef who…
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LOST: In this place, there is no Now
By Steve on May 27, 2010
(Warning: Spoilers ahead!) I can hardly believe its over! After 6 years of trudging through the jungles, the television series LOST came to a successful conclusion. I must admit, I like many other LOST fans…
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Thoughts on God’s Grace Pt 1
By Steve on May 19, 2010
Years ago as a young man in Hong Kong, I would often find myself with friends at a restaurant whose menu options were way out of my price range. My “faith based” missions income just…
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Good Bye Ernie
By Steve on May 9, 2010
I had tears this week! I came home from a two week trip to Turkey to discover that famed Detroit Tigers broadcaster Ernie Harwell had succumbed to a year long battle of cancer. When the…