"[Americans] spend their hours and money on the couch searching for a soul...If I wanted to destroy a nation, I would give it too much and I would have it on its knees, miserable, greedy and sick." -John Steinbeck

American author and California native John Steinbeck wrote an amazing book towards the end of his life, "Travels with Charley in Search of America." He wrote the book towards the end of his life when he knew he had terminal heart disease. Here's a short book share review on American restlessness and possibly why we are such a restless culture.

Here's a nice review by "Listening to America" and Clay Jenkinson on Steinbeck's "Travels with Charlie" and his 1960 GMC Pick-Up at the National Steinbeck Center.

Some personal reflections on attending a martial arts workshop this past weekend with martial arts legend Guro Dan Insanto. What I learned was far beyond stick, dagger, and self-defense. Enjoy!

Photo by Ron Jones
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There are things going on this week that just do NOT feel right. Here are a few more comments on questioning the narrative and not buying into the current propaganda.
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It suddenly dawned on me this morning that these ridiculous battles in Washington DC and throughout the country are much like the 1970s disco hit, "Kung Fu Fighting." Join me in some brief humor about adults acting like children...while the real power players laugh at all of us.

Lyrics Credit: "Kung Fu Fighting" by Carl Douglas (1974)
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"Gaga Ball" is a popular game for kids today. It's often played at church or school playgrounds. After a few days of exploring Gaga Ball, I finally came up with the most simplified game rules and a few theories on the origins of the game. This show will be helpful for homeschoolers or people working with youth. Enjoy...Ga...Ga...BALL!

Gaga Ball: History & Rules Handout

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Another situational awareness episode on my recent observations while shopping at Costco this week...PAY ATTENTION!!!

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"KEEP OTHERS IN SUSPENDED TERROR: CULTIVATE AN AIR OF UNPREDICTABILITY" (LAW 17)

Some inquiring commentary on recent events that just don't make sense...they throw major red flags as anomalies...let's discuss.
 
Reference: "The 48 Laws of Power" by Robert Greene (1998)
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A quick educational review of Law 16: "USE ABSENCE TO INCREASE RESPECT AND HONOR" and Law 19: "KNOW WHO YOU ARE DEALING WITH--DO NOT OFFEND THE WRONG PERSON"...enjoy your weekend.
 
Reference: "THE 48 LAWS OF POWER" by Robert Greene (1998)
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Photo: "Mini Solo" by Ron Jones

My cell phone has been broken a month now...it's been an interesting psychological experience worth discussing. Here are a few insights and observations as millions SCREAM into the black hole of nothingness...

I had an interesting conversation with one of my 4th-grade boys about bar dips and cat poop smelling rooms...it's worth a listen. Hopefully, people will be enlightened about the dangers of video gaming...

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