CriminalistW's blog

A close friend of mine considers me a tree hugger. Why? I've never hugged a tree. Perhaps because I believe in global warming. So many people I've talked to believe it is not real. They believe there is no threat to our environment or our lives. Many don't worry about it. Why? They feel that if anything happens, it wont happen until after they're dead. Therefore, there is no issue for them. What about thier grandchildren?  Read More »

Christmas is a religious holiday. But what about those of us with no religious affiliation? I cannot easily say that I do not believe in God or Jesus Christ. However, I do have a hard time saying I do believe in God. But I don't want to give up Christmas. Over the years Christmas, for me, has taken on a different meaning.

The best part about the holidays is the weather. The cold, wet weather. Many people I know hate it, but I love it. It brings hot drinks, new sweaters, and we can finally dust off the fireplace. It just feels like the holidays when I can smell burning fireplaces while driving home at night, just like when I smell barbeques during the summer.  Read More »

Picture this. You're driving on the freeway. It is still early. You're on your way to work or school and you get flashed by someone behind you. The first thing you think of is that old scary story you heard as a child, where the woman was being followed by some crazy pickup truck driver flashing his high beams. However, this person behind you is not trying to save you from uncertain torture. He wants one thing...for you to move. He, or she, wants you to get out of the way, so he or she can speed.  Read More »