Monthly Archives: June 2024

Problematic Hanoverian Monarchs, Part II

Posted on June 21, 2024 by cdsmiller17

George IV (August 12, 1762 – June 26, 1830) This individual was a bit of a heavyweight, at least in health terms. George IV was the eldest child of King George III and Queen Charlotte. He led an extravagant lifestyle that contributed … Continue reading →

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The House of Hanover Monarchs were Problematic

Posted on June 20, 2024 by cdsmiller17

William IV (August 21, 1765 – June 20, 1837) Luke Aaron has suggested another couple of Napoleonic-era individuals who have reincarnated as Euro-skeptic politicians in the present age. I’m going to look at one of those individuals today, the other … Continue reading →

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He Served Two Kings with IV Designations, and Victoria

Posted on June 19, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (May 1, 1769 – Sep 14, 1852) I had an unspoken question when I wrote about Nigel Farage. Luke Aaron provided me with the answer. How Luke comes up with these connections is beyond … Continue reading →

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Two Spiritual Ways, Combined, Light Our Life’s Paths

Posted on June 18, 2024 by cdsmiller17

As you may already know, I am a fan of astrology. But I also have great respect for Tarot. In fact, I once had an Egyptian Tarot deck which combined astrological planets, signs and aspects with the complete 78 cards … Continue reading →

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If You Understand What the End Goal Is, You’ll Know:

Posted on June 17, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Putin’s Plan Let’s face facts, it’s difficult at best to launch an invasion of another country, especially one that wants to join NATO. Russia is facing an awkward truth: if they don’t win and keep this strip of land, they … Continue reading →

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His was the Voice Behind Supertramp’s Success

Posted on June 17, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Roger Hodgson (March 31, 1950) This man was born six weeks after me. Artistically, he’s leaps and bounds ahead of me. I’ve been a fan ever since the 1979 release of the album “Breakfast in America”. As this song implies, … Continue reading →

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Agents of Chaos: to Divide and Conquer

Posted on June 16, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Sometimes you have to look back to see a clear path forward. And, sometimes, you have to admit to being duped. “No collusion, no collusion…” Sure, pull the other one. (Even Canadian politics has had its ‘outside’ influences, and we’re … Continue reading →

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I Was Right About the Mirror Being Important

Posted on June 15, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Bridgerton (Season 3, Part 2) I won’t give the game away, but, needless to say, ALL will be revealed, and I do mean ALL! (We stayed up past midnight to watch the final four episodes. Susan’s still resting now, as … Continue reading →

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She Wants to Continue Singing: Will the Show Go On?

Posted on June 14, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Celine Dion (March 30, 1968) Last night, on The National on the CBC, Adrienne Arsenault interviewed Celine about her stiff person syndrome diagnosis and her hopes for the future. The power went out before the whole interview aired, so we … Continue reading →

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Hero or Villain; Patriot or Traitor?

Posted on June 13, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Edward Snowden (June 21, 1983) No matter which way you look at this individual, it took a lot of guts to be a whistleblower, even though his methods were questionable. In fact, almost 11 years later, he is still on … Continue reading →

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