Uncle Thor's Lessons, Anecdotes and Humor

An old Swedish charm speaks of Tyr as “the first God.” We know that the placement and nature of the Gods was viewed differently in the various localities of the Norse / Germanic world. Tyr might be the main deity in some places, seconded to Odin in others, and in still others and equal. The [...]

Today’s runecast is Mannar – Urus – Fe Strength of character is an asset, indeed!

We were supposed to go to a birthday party yesterday. About five miles out, the car started shaking. We stopped for gas. I smelt burnt rubber. The brakes were hot. Our trip was redirected to the mechanic. It was a broken bearing of some sort. No birthday party for us. My wife was very disappointed, [...]

Today’s runecast is Sig – Thurs – Odal Favorable conditions and easy success create a condition where passions can roar. Victory can get you something, and raw force can keep it for you. An active defense leads to permanent results.

I do not follow astrology. It does not work for me. Astrology is not effective for at least 30% of people. This does not mean that I totally ignore the stars and planets. Some planetary movements serve as portents. They are like a clock, in that they appear closer to Earth when certain other trends [...]

Today’s runecast is Gyfu – Eh – Wunjo This is the reading of a gift that inspires a journey which ends joyfully. One may also have crossed a bridge to travel to a joyful event.

Up until the time of our Civil War, Italy was not a single country. Italy was a region. In that region were several small nations ranging from city-states to tiny countries. Each had its own customs, laws and civil facilities. By 1870, Italy was unified as a single country. Several of its institutions were adapted [...]

Today’s runecast is Ken – Eh – Dag A little bit of information might be just enough knowledge to pique one’s curiosity. How often does an intriguing fact lead us top investigate further? Have you ever discovered something that hinted that there was even more to find? Here the Ken Rune represents that piece of [...]

Yesterday, I mentioned a friend who had been involved in Recovery groups. Here is another story he told. In the first year of his Recovery, my friend had problems finding and keeping jobs. Money was a problem. He had even considered a return to the “fell off the truck” racket. All of the old crew [...]

Today’s runecast is Fe – Ase – Wunjo Indeed, adequate assets used wisely can do much good. They can also increase the good. The result is joy. I have noticed time and again that Joy is inevitable when you appreciate your assets and the good they mean to you. An attitude of gratitude is magical. [...]