Category Archives: We the People

Amoeba’s Lorica: Diabolical Lexicographer (Business)

BUSINESS, n. Machine for making money, the survival of which depends on its ability to tell its customers “Yes” even when they are wrong, and its employees “No” even when they are correct. SUPERHERO: Product of a business. The survival of … Continue reading

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Screwtape The Third: Vacscene

Screwtape and Wormsap are observing a rare moment of low activity – ‘quiet’ not being a recognized state in the mandated cacophony of Hadean Estates Luxurious Living (H.E.L.L.). They are seated in Screwtape’s cell overlooking the lava fountain, which is … Continue reading

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Amoeba’s Lorica: Player

Then you shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free. – John 8:32 The scientist’s computer chimed. This irritated him, because he wanted the sounds that his machine tried to make, to summon him to its obedience, … Continue reading

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