Author Archives: Gene Howington

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About Gene Howington

I write and do other stuff.

FFS Update: Rule #4 Clarification

Due to recent debates on the nature of Rule #4, it has been revised to more clearly state the objective standards of behavior to which it applies.  The new text reads: 4) Threats of physical violence, stalking and inciting violence … Continue reading

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“Look out! The 7th Graders have mined the kickball field!”

submitted by Gene Howington In what can only be categorized as one of the dumbest ideas ever, school police in San Diego have acquired their very own MRAP vehicle.  That’s Mine Resistant Ambush Protected for all you civilians out there. … Continue reading

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Music Monday: So Say We All

By Gene Howington I have been a fan of movie and television scores for as long as I can remember. They are an essential layer for storytelling on that canvas and so very often go unnoticed although they establish mood … Continue reading

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Theme to “Game of Thrones” Redux

submitted by Gene Howington It is no secret that I love “Game of Thrones” and the masterful craftsmanship of composer Ramin Djawadi’s score. It is also not a secret that I am not a person prone to regret. I do … Continue reading

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Beauty Is . . .

submitted by Gene Howington The following was suggested by longtime friend of the blog and all around beautiful person herself, Blouise. It is a stunning, beautiful piece of music. Enjoy.

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Because it made me smile when I needed to . . .

submitted by Gene Howington I have some friends (Blouise looking your direction) who don’t care for keyboard music, finding it too sterile. It’s a legitimate criticism although one I disagree with as a matter of taste. While I love more … Continue reading

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ATTENTION: Bitdefender Defender Pro Issue

It has come to my attention via author/editor Charlton Stanley that for some reason, Bitdefender, maker of the popular (and quite good) firewall/anti-virus program Defender Pro has wrongly blacklisted Flowers for Socrates as follows: This site represents a money loan … Continue reading

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It Must Be Fat Tuesday In King’s Landing . . .

Normally, I hate anything with a banjo in it, but for this I’ll make an exception. Winter is coming.

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Happy Birthday, Mr. Beck!

submitted by Gene Howington Today is Jeff Beck’s 70th birthday! As a guitarist, it is hard to underestimate the influence Jeff Beck has had on me and hordes of other string benders. Versatile in genre, he is always a pleasure … Continue reading

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Louisiana, Moving Forward In Reverse

by GENE HOWINGTON If the war against women’s rights concerns you, avoid Louisiana. In yet another strike against the rights of women, a bill came before Gov. Bobby Jindal this week that is truly horrifying. Of course, he is expected … Continue reading

Posted in Civil Liberties, Estate Law, Fundamentalism, Health Care, Hospitals, Jurisprudence, Local Government, Louisiana, Reproductive Rights | 25 Comments