https://youtube.com/shorts/aJ6RjoNes0k?si=-IJcr-bb7v9ccimk Today's post is the first attempt in adding video posts to the at-the-rainbow.blog site. Periodically I plan to feature videos that show activities we are doing ,possibly including instructional information on some of the tasks we are doing. Almost always there will be song In the video, because music accompanies most activities here At … Continue reading Turkey Pot Pie
Author: Sir Rhodri
The self-importance of (cultural) tin-pot potentates
The article discusses President Trump's takeover of the Kennedy Performing Arts Center, which has led to protests from musicians resigning their contracts. The author critiques the biased portrayal of Trump in the media, arguing that he prioritizes his voter base over cultural elites. It emphasizes a shift in cultural control back to ordinary citizens.
Prescription: Pain and Suffering, with high probability of death
Friday I experienced something that took me so aback I found it VERY hard to sleep Friday night. An experience of medical negligence so callous I had trouble believing I had been witness to it. So callous, that, while I report it today, I am yet willing to (temporarily) withhold some of the names of … Continue reading Prescription: Pain and Suffering, with high probability of death
Stop the Hate Mongering
There are a whole bunch of people out there who have warned us about people around us who hate and are going to make our world into a hellish place to live. These people shout down the other people and refuse to listen to them. They spread scaremongering stories about things they have heard with … Continue reading Stop the Hate Mongering
Passive Progressive
Is what is wrong with our thinking in America. No, I don't mean that we should all insure with Progressive. It is the idea that saved money is free money. Rather than money that needs to be returned to where it came from. Government saves so much money that it then spends 3 times over … Continue reading Passive Progressive
When I see bureacracy fly …
They say bureacracy moves slower than molasses in, well you know ... but I think we may be in for a surprise, now that the bureacracy itself is under attack... something even more unbelievable than a flying elephant... https://youtu.be/_v2exWrsGOc
Faceless Reconciliation
As we start this New Year let me start by saying as our first resolution we accept your offer of reconciliation. As any reconciliation begins with forgiveness, let me say that we apologize for an offense or slight caused by our past actions, (Actions made without malice or ill intent and in a clean conscience … Continue reading Faceless Reconciliation
Wrestling with the music …
The author reflects on their emotional response to three songs, particularly "Overcomer" by Mandisa, while grappling with theological interpretations of overcoming struggles. They emphasize that true overcoming is about maintaining faith, not merely achieving recovery from difficulties. The author discusses the complexities of love and care in relation to humanity and personal connections.
I make a new year’s resolution (gasp)
I am not the type to make new year's resolutions. I prefer to make my resolutions as I go along instead. But this year someone talked about an idea that made me decide to adopt a version of something she does. The Wise Woman of Gracemor sent Jasini and I a text today about her … Continue reading I make a new year’s resolution (gasp)
And then we were out …
The author shares their experience at Extended Stay America where they stayed for over 10 weeks while restoring their house. Despite initial comfort, they were unexpectedly expelled due to alleged "multiple disturbances" without warning. The author questions the hotel's management practices, expressing disappointment in communication and service, ultimately advising against staying there.




