The Tree Of Life
Like it or not, we are all in this together so, at least learn to get along with each other… Continue reading The Tree Of Life
The Smithsonian
I visited the Smithsonian for the first time during my high school senior trip in 1965. We were the first class to ever leave the State for our trip. We went to New York City and then Washington, DC. Until … Continue reading The Smithsonian
12 Things Poor People Waste Money On
Before I get started here, this list comes from Warren Buffett. I’m simply borrowing it to show you how I stack up. If you want to see his words, click HERE. It seems kinda strange that Warren Buffett would know … Continue reading 12 Things Poor People Waste Money On
Quakerism – A Deeper Level of Understanding: The Methods
I am really anxious to get started on this deeper level of understanding about what it means to be a Quaker. In 2010, I did a twelve part series on this topic. That was enough at the time, but now … Continue reading Quakerism – A Deeper Level of Understanding: The Methods
Americana #2: Pleasant Hill Attic – Lexington, KY
For the second post in this new Americana Project, I give you one of the most stunning pictures I have ever taken. Since simplicity, symmetry, and beauty are so essential to my life, and particularly photography, this picture HAD to … Continue reading Americana #2: Pleasant Hill Attic – Lexington, KY
Spring Flowers at Mount Vernon
(click on the photo to see a larger view) Welcome to the first post in the Americana Project here at RJsCorner. This picture was taken in 2011 during my fourth visit to Mount Vernon. The significant difference between this trip … Continue reading Spring Flowers at Mount Vernon
Introducing The Special Projects for 2023.
I have spent a lot of time here on RJsCorner talking about what I think is presently wrong with the U.S. In the same light, I also talk much about what has happened to Christianity. I have written so many … Continue reading Introducing The Special Projects for 2023.
The Fear Of Sitting Alone In A Quiet Room.
French philosopher Blaise Pascal once wrote, “All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” It was a simple and profound thought about the nature of boredom, self-awareness, and our endless capacity to distract … Continue reading The Fear Of Sitting Alone In A Quiet Room.
What Is This?
I wonder how many of you can guess what this picture is? It’s been more than 40 years since it was built, so I imagine that many of the recent generations don’t recognize. But, I’m pretty sure most of my … Continue reading What Is This?
One Thing I Hope You Understand About RJsCorner Is My Epistemic Humility
I wonder how many were drawn in by the title of this post? 🥴 When I see words I don’t recognize, I immediately enter them into my New Oxford American Dictionary app that has permanent residence on my computer desktop. … Continue reading One Thing I Hope You Understand About RJsCorner Is My Epistemic Humility
Quakerism Re-visited – Part 1: Did God Exist Before Man?
Let’s open up the new series with a BANG! This question was posed to my Quaker mentor, Philip Gulley, not too long ago. In an article he wrote several years before this recent question, his answer was “yes”. In response … Continue reading Quakerism Re-visited – Part 1: Did God Exist Before Man?
Loneliness is draining; solitude is invigorating
Over the years, I have come to relish my solitude. I simply enjoy my own company. Being around others, especially many others, is draining. I know this isn’t a normal thing for most humanity, after all, we are social creatures, … Continue reading Loneliness is draining; solitude is invigorating
Mind Your Own Business
I have been kinda collecting these type saying lately, so expect numerous post with them in the coming month. Of course, I will also add a few words of my own about how successful, or not, I have been in … Continue reading Mind Your Own Business
About War & Other Such Things
This post is a teaser for a new, or at least updated, special series coming to RJsCorner soon about the Quaker version of Christianity. I must admit that I am pro-life in all regards. The Quaker belief that “There is … Continue reading About War & Other Such Things
Listen To Your Elders
This quote could be a byline for RJsCorner. I have made more than my fair share of being wrong in my life. That seems to be my main specialty. In fact, one of my remaining themes in life is around … Continue reading Listen To Your Elders
RJ's Corner - Having My Say 