Good Aquino Work

The challenge for any unbiased critic is to remain unbiased, not to let a theme develop that becomes so consuming that it overwhelms reason and perspective. I confess that certain themes creep up on me and emerge as biases. So most of my remarks criticize the Catholic Church even though I know it does so … Continue reading

ZTE, a Goon and a Goof

Charges have been filed against ex-President Arroyo for complicity in the ZTE internet scandal. The cost of the project ballooned from an original P 150 million to P 330 million as kickbacks were built into the project. The First Goon, Mr. Arroyo, was allegedly in line to receive P 70 million to make the deal … Continue reading

Christmas Fireworks

Christmas to me is a mishmash of religious and cultural moment, a great deal of fun piled on top of an uplifting story that must be taken on faith by those of the faith. By mishmash, I mean a glorious concoction of memories and traditions and stories and spiritual awakening. I’ve been to Bethlehem. It … Continue reading

Killer Floods and Competency Engineering

Engineers in my time wore slide rules like a six shooter pistols. They were quick draws with intricate calculations that are today flashed out by computer. The modern computer was designed by an engineer with a mind for application, comfort, speed, result. See, that is the thing about engineers. They are both creative and applied. … Continue reading

Happy Holidays

I’d like to wish my loyal readers the best for the Holiday Season, and beyond. May the good cheer of the Christmas season be bright and warm for you and your loved ones, and may 2012 be such that you look back, a year from now, and say, “my, that was a rich year.” Best … Continue reading