British Stuff

  • A Taxing Lesson Forgotten, On Both Sides of the Pond

    A Taxing Lesson Forgotten, On Both Sides of the Pond

    In the U.S., there is a constant battle going on between the right and the left over the optimal level of taxes. Those on the left want to raise taxes, claiming that raising taxes will increase government revenue, thus allowing them to spend more on services. Those on the right want to lower taxes,…

  • Making Sure You Don’t Dishonour While Trying to Honour

    Making Sure You Don’t Dishonour While Trying to Honour

    As a Scot, raised in England, living in the US, there were many changes I have had to make over the years in my interactions with people. I’ve had to adjust the way I talk so people can understand what the heck I am saying. I’ve had to become more personal in my interactions…

  • Good Show Old Chap!

    Good Show Old Chap!

    I continue to be impressed by HRH The Duke of Cambridge, aka Prince William. Not only has he devoted his life to service, via Her Majesty’s Armed Forces and his extensive charity work, he is also an accomplished pilot. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gudeFyssi6g] The future of the British monarchy looks good.

  • A British Military Heritage

    A British Military Heritage

    On June 25, the UK will celebrate Armed Forces Day. This year’s central event will take place in Edinburgh, Scotland, and my older brother and the other Royal British Legion Scotland Riders Branch members will lead the parade. Throughout the day fly-overs, parades, concerts and more will take place in honor of the men…

  • Some Historical Background on the Royal Wedding

    After returning from an incredible family vacation in Florida, including spending two days at Naval Air Station Pensacola working on my next kid’s book, I ran across this interesting read on the historical background of the Royal Wedding. Thanks to Tim Challies for sharing the link.

  • Being Y98’s Royal Wedding Expert

    You never quite know what you’ll fall into here in the U.S. http://y98.radio.com/2011/04/29/my-own-personal-expert/