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Kinfolk, Neighbors, and Living in America

Posted on September 12, 2026 by Brian H. Gill

Change happens, which isn’t a new idea. At all. “Everything changes and nothing stands still”(“πάντα χωρεῖ καὶ οὐδὲν μένει”, quoted by Plato in “Cratylus” (ca. 360 B.C.))(Heraclitus, Wikiquote) This week I’ll be talking about — mentioning, actually — some of … Continue reading →

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A Road to Bemidji

Posted on May 31, 2025 by Brian H. Gill

Two tourists in Canada asked someone which city they were in. The man replied, “Saskatoon, Saskatchewan”. One of the tourists said “oh! They don’t speak English here!” I haven’t heard that one in more than a half-century, there’s a lead-up … Continue reading →

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“Doing Something Wrong”: Just a Thought

Posted on August 28, 2024 by Brian H. Gill

I ran across remarks made by a Utah politician earlier today. This isn’t the source I stumbled on, but it’s the one I could find when I tried searching for it, later: “Utah Lt. Gov. Apologizes to LGBT Community in … Continue reading →

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Olympic Opening Ceremonies: “Saddened by Certain Scenes”

Posted on August 5, 2024 by Brian H. Gill

My interest in the Olympics is mild at best. This year, I’m glad that I lack a deep emotional connection to what’s happening in Paris. Mainly because of the remarkable “Festivité” show. I don’t think this year’s performance art at … Continue reading →

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Venice Biennale Holy See Pavilion: Art and Cities of Refuge

Posted on May 4, 2024 by Brian H. Gill

Pope Francis visited the Vatican’s exhibits at an international art show last Sunday. So this week I’ll talk about the Venice Biennale, why “With My Eyes” doesn’t horrify me, share a few quotes, and show pictures from “Con i miei … Continue reading →

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