Category Archives: Tony’s Posts

Country Music Legend Joe Diffie 1958-2020 – Coronavirus Claims Another Talent

Joe Diffie was one of those country music artist who was one hell of a storyteller. I first appreciated country music in the 1990’s when I was in college and Diffie was one of those guys that was big on the scene at the time. I really liked how he was able to sing songs that were funny, relatable and that could speak to ones soul.

He passed away on March 29th due to complications from Coronavirus. He will be missed but he will always be a part of the great history of the genre. This song is kind of ironic and I imagine he would want to be propped up beside a jukebox.

We Can’t Return To Normal

We cannot return to normal because what was normal has failed us. A health care system built on profit and balance sheet instead of the care of human beings. So many people are dying not just of Coronavirus in a place where many profess to cherish life. Health is a human right given to us from a creator who loves each one of us. Holding on the notion that you can be cured if you have the financial resources is morally wrong in every way. Instead of thinking about excuses as to why we can’t have a new way forward to care for the children of God come up solutions as to making it happen. My friends I don’t want to go back to what we had because its killing people. I value people and life and love above anything else and you should too.

OK Nerd Hive – Questions About #Microsoft and #WordPress

Anyone using Microsoft stuff like Outlook, Office 360, etc for home/personal use? I kinda like using a lot of stuff that comes with the operating system to make things as seamless as possible. What do you think?

By the way I am trying to use WordPress Blocks in composing my blog posts now. I guess its time to stretch the old noggin.

Social Distancing Saturday

The title of this blog is pretty much what you think its about. Most everyone is keeping a healthy distance so we can flatten the curve. Doing our part is a must these days. With over 105,000 cases of the virus reported its something everyone should take seriously.

My heart goes out to the sick and suffering. Grace and peace to those who are lost and to those who survive.

That doesn’t mean we cannot connect with one another through other means. I cannot imagine what this would be like without the Internet. Many of us would go crazy mad. Now is a good time to catch up on things you enjoy doing but haven’t had time for.

Spending more time at home has been a change of pace for many but in the end it will be good to not be so scheduled and busy. Technology is helping many pass the time. Hopefully this means we can take care of self a little more. Dare we say boredom is a good thing?

My friends hang in there. Have faith. Be strong. Don’t let social distancing mean you are socially distant.

Coronavirus Commentary 2

There are 102,464 Coronavirus sufferers in America at this time that we know of. That number is more than any American football stadium can hold. The reality of this is sobering, sad and painful. May all the sick and suffering have healing and comfort soon. May all those who need care get it. May this become our national priority and that leadership will put their focus on people and not institutions. We can all hope.

Six Word Story

Simplicity in crazy times is necessary.