Losing my religion for equality : Jimmy Carter leaves the Southern Baptists over the Treatment of Women. "The truth is that male religious leaders have had - and still have - an option to interpret holy teachings either to exalt or subjugate women. They have, for their own selfish ends, overwhelmingly chosen the latter. Their continuing choice provides the foundation or justification for much of the pervasive persecution and abuse of women throughout the world. This is in clear violation not just of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights but also the teachings of Jesus Christ, the Apostle Paul, Moses and the prophets, Muhammad, and founders of other great religions - all of whom have called for proper and equitable treatment of all the children of God. It is time we had the courage to challenge these views."

Of Rum and Raspberries: The Milky Way Galaxy tastes of Raspberries and smells of rum. Milton Basher Cunningham on Smelling the Stars.

The bay of pigs: swine swimming in crystal clear water in the Bahamas. Lovely photo essay of pigs living on a beach in the Bahamas.