Upon approaching my grandfather's grave at Riverside National Cemetery, I laid a single rose along the right edge of the plaque that identified his grave as one belonging to a World War II Veteran, United States Army-Air Corps. I planted two small American flags, one at each top corner. They waved slightly under the force of the light breeze. I removed my hat, knelt to a single knee, closed my eyes, and prayed a silent prayer.I remained silent after my prayer, and remained knelt down for ... Read Full Story

Well this is big news, and coming from one of the many professional organizations captured by radicals and activists over the last 40 years it can hardly be written off as homophobic religious intolerance... No, the American Psychological Association has conceded that there is no such thing as a "gay gene"! Note that radical gay activists have ALWAYS played a game of double-talk, claiming on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays that homosexuality is genetic and a congenital aspect of a... Read Full Story

The world of politics, I believe, is directly linked to the state of our society. The state of our society is linked directly to our faith. Faith guides ethics and morals. This is not to say that those without faith have no morals or ethics. However, I believe that when the morality of a community, or nation, breakdown, it can be directly contributed to the breakdown of faith. And as these morals breakdown, so does society, and ultimately, so follows our government.Growing up, my mom was an i... Read Full Story

God help us. Christmas? Gift certificates. For birth control pills and abortion. Birth of Jesus? Opportunity to sell murder of innocents.Yes that's Planned Parenthood.read the rest... Read Full Story

Maybe you can send news around or post it on ox ...after dark. School in the city (and St. Thomas follows them) is closed for "a week to 10 days." Absolutely insane. U of H is open today...some sort of admin macho thing. I cancelled my class, as did many profs. My other office at CAI is locked down. Stop lights most not working. I give HUGE credit to Houstonians for driving with respect...chokes me up how good strangers can be. F went to school to post things on her website. ... Read Full Story

Just got off the phone with the Dumb Ox himself. He reports he and Mrs Ox and the not-so-little Oxen are well and safe.In spite of his house being built by extraterrestrials, the roof stayed on and they have no damage. The lack of hurricane clips was not a problem -- this time, but something the D.O. will have to see about having done.Services are few: They have no water, no electricity, no phone. But they do have gas and so are able to make pasta for supper tonight. They have two tubs filled... Read Full Story

"Ox ...After Dark" is pleased to announce that Melissa of "Simple Country Girl" has joined the ranks of our great Contributors. We'll look forward to her posts!Melissa is one smart and sassy conservative gal--reminds me of Sarah Palin!Gosh, who would've ever thought a week ago that anyone would be saying such things?Well, enjoy Melissa's posts, visit her great blog, and try to keep your sanity and your faith and family intact in this crazy political season.Thi... Read Full Story

Hey there! I guess I'm the new kid on the blog! Let's see if I can get this right since I've never cross-posted before. I had an email today from American Solutions with a new song from Aaron Tippens referenced in it.You'll find it here: Simple Country Girl Read Full Story

You have to go to the website and read the ridiculous claims on how the BBC World Service Trust plans to make condoms signs of intelligence and social status!CondomCondom.orgFrom AFP: A cellphone ringtone that chants "condom, condom!" has been launched in India to promote safe sex and tackle the growing HIV/AIDS epidemic. The "condom a cappella" has been designed to break down Indians' reluctance to discuss condom use and to make wearing a condom more ac... Read Full Story

Dr. Edgar Mitchell, the sixth astronaut to walk on the Moon, confirms that ET's are real, they have been to earth many times, and that the truth has been hushed up by governments in the know for over 50 years... and that the truth has been coming out now, with more to follow...Watch and listen to this video interview:The Church has indeed stated that life on other planets does not implicate flaws in the Christian understanding of the universe, of life, or of God's plan...What do you t... Read Full Story