May 26th, 2010
This article is an excellent read and clearly paints the new culture war in America, the forces of European style Statism vs. individual liberty and economic freedom.
To win, the [defenders of economic freedom] must come together around core principles: that the purpose of free enterprise is human flourishing, not materialism; that we stand for equality of opportunity, not equality of income; that we seek to stimulate true prosperity rather than simply treat poverty; and that we believe in principle over power.
The author gives a clear explanation why individual liberty and economic freedom are the foundation of “the pursuit of happiness”.
The goal of our system should be to give all Americans the greatest opportunities possible to succeed based on their work and merit. And that’s exactly what the free enterprise system does: It makes earned success possible for the most people. This is the liberty that enables the true pursuit of happiness.
He also makes an interesting point that the Statists are the materialistic crowd.
The irony is that it is the 30 percent coalition, not the 70 percent majority, that is fundamentally materialistic. What do they consider the greatest problem of poor people in America? Insufficient income. What would be evidence of a fairer society? Greater income equality. For the leaders of the 30 percent coalition, money does buy happiness — as long as it is spread evenly. That is why redistribution of income is a fundamental goal and why free enterprise, which rewards some people and penalizes others, cannot be trusted.
Again, a very good read to refresh and renew your understanding of what makes America great.
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May 21st, 2010
So, I’m working on a new website for robot builders. It’s called RobotBox. It is a community website for robot builders to show off their projects and inspire other builders.
Check out some of the new robots added to RobotBox. You can add your robot here.
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AIMEC:3 robot
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My First Robot
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Peanut Tin of Terror
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Walkin’ Sticks
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HaloBOT
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MiniEric
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June 2nd, 2008
I just finished reading the The Monk and the Riddle. The following quote sums up the book, and is about all you need to know (or read) about it. The rest was just fluff.
Work hard, work passionately, but apply your most precious asset – time – to what is most meaningful to you. What are you willing to do for the rest of your life? does not mean, literally, what will you do for the rest of your life? That question would be absurd, given the inevitability of change. No, what the question really asks is, if your life were to end suddenly and unexpectedly tomorrow, would you be able to say you’ve been doing what you truly care about today? What would you be willing to do for the rest of your life? What would it take to do it right now?
The Monk and the Riddle, pg. 156
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May 19th, 2008
We’ve survived almost an entire year of marriage! Hooray. God is gracious.
Here’s a link to the professional pictures from the wedding. It’s under the albums entitled “Wedding”. They were taken by Kristin Byrum Photography. Highly recommended.
You can also see lots of photos taken by our good friends Jim and Rhea.
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March 8th, 2008
I am moving all of my websites to a new (better) server. Thanks to Tranquil Hosting here in Raleigh for the new digs.
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August 17th, 2007
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December 4th, 2006
… will Christmas be happy again?
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September 18th, 2006
There are no grapes this year.
I think they miss dad.
He loved his grapevines.
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September 9th, 2006
Watch this video. This guy is an autistic savant. Freaking amazing.
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