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About Me
- Paul, just this guy, you know?
- Plano, Texas, United States
- I am devoutly Roman Catholic, a veteran of service in the U.S. Air Force, I am husband of a wonderful wife and the father of six children. I hold a BA in Economics from The University of Texas at Arlington and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Interpreting and Translating from the Community College of the Air Force. I am a former candidate for public office, and the charter past grand knight of a Knights of Columbus council.
Paul's Laws
The Official Regular Guy Fan Club
What They're Saying About Thoughts Of A Regular Guy
- "Full Metal Jacket Reach-Around Award" - The Other McCain
- "Succinct, and spot on." - Paul Zummo, The Cranky Con
- "Amen! Couldn't have said it better myself." - VSO, The Catacombe Chronicles
- "You, sir are brilliant! Where do I submit your name for the Nobel Peace Prize? I'm serious!"
- "... a great Lake County blogger..." - Illinois Review
- "Here's where our old friend the Regular Guy, fresh off his heroic-but-unsuccessful run for the Illinois legislature, comes in with his usual cut-to-the-chase commentary..." - Jay Anderson, Pro Ecclesia * Pro Familia * Pro Civitate
- "So beautifully put Paul. So simple and honest. And even so, this post sent shivers up my spine. ... you are a clever writer and obviously a deep thinker and meditator." - Gina, Life Matters
- "... one of my favorite Catholic political blogs." - Jeff Miller, The Curt Jester
- "Another great blogger... I got a kick out of his bow tie and suspenders." - Cao, Cao's Blog
- "Paul, you really write so well... And I can see you are very educated in your faith, which is what I work on every day, only when I read your stuff, I see how long I have to go to become even slightly educated like you... I just wanted to compliment you on your faith and belief in God. Even though answering others may get tiring, I'm sure you've touched a lot of people from this blog, made them think and educated them too. Well done." - RD, Life Matters
- "...the modern-day Hilaire Belloc strikes again!" - Paladin, Paladin for Christ
- "Fifth Place" - The Watcher, Watcher of Weasels
- "You do great work on your blog keep it up." - Pops, Conservative Outrage
- "Thanks for the laughs, Paul. And thanks too for the honest, concise nails-on-the-blackboard truth that you consistently provide." - LarryD, Acts of the Apostasy
- "Blessed are you among bloggers." "Thanks, ReGu. BTW, while you might be 'regular' you certainly ain't common." - Mother Darla, The Mother Darla Chronicles
- "Graceful. Honest. Direct. Brilliant." - Darrell, The Southern Conservative
- "...Paul over at Regular Thoughts has a darn fine thought..." - Matthew Archbold, Creative Minority Report
- "That is some sharp analysis by Paul." - Tito Edwards, CVSTOS FIDEI
- "As usual, the Regular Guy cuts through the pseudo-intellectual self-justifying bullsh*t to the very heart of the matter." - Jay Anderson, Pro Ecclesia * Pro Familia * Pro Civitate
- "Paul Says It All," - Red Cardigan, And Sometimes Tea
- "You are an important Catholic presence on the blogosphere. My prayers are with you. Hope you continue the fight for the unborn's rights for many years to come!" - Theophilus, A Knight's Walk in the Kingdom
- "...I like Man Blogs too ~ such as ... Thoughts of a Regular Guy... In a world full of Male Feminist PC wimp-wads it's so refreshing to discover that Real Men still exist. Better yet: they are blogging!" - Coffee Catholic, Ave Maria Gratia Plena...
- "You gotta read this guy's blog!!" - Coffee Catholic, Ave Maria Gratia Plena...
- "Spot on." - Sweating Through Fog, Sweating Through Fog
- "Great blog! I am fairly new to the blogging world, and it's good to discover that there still many sane people here in America!" - Mrs. Rohmance, The Freak Food Gourmet
- "..the level-headed response penned ... by Paul..." - Dawn Eden, The Dawn Patrol
- "I enjoy your blog, keep up the good work." - Ken & Carol, Muellerstuff
- "Paul, of Thoughts Of A Regular Guy, refers to himself as a "Regular Guy". Well, if he were, or rather, if the majority of men in the country were like him, this country would be a fantastic place... Paul is a great guy, and I hereby state that he needs to update the title of his blog. Regular guy... that is a major understatement. - The Unseen One, The Unseen Blogger
- "It is my first time here, and Great Post! Thanks. That really nails it. - Paul in the GNW
- "Dude. Didn't see that one coming. You make your point forcefully. Shocking and true. - Matthew Archbold, Creative Minority Report
- "I'm looking forward to hearing what Paul has to say over at Thoughts of a Regular Guy..." - LarryD, Acts of the Apostasy
- "An excellent post, imho." - Raulito, Disciple of the Dumb Ox
- "...thanks again for standing up for truth and what the Word of God really says about children!" - Mandy2qt, The Corbett Family
- "Paul, please allow me to thank you kindly (and profusely)...", - Brian C.
- "I always seem to be too much of a blabbermouth to render a short enough "blurb" to be quoted on the right side of your screen, darn it!" - Brian C. (you did it now, Brian!)
- "...a gem of an article at Regular Guy Paul:" - island breezes, island breezes
- "My Catholic friend Paul, at Thoughts of a Regular Guy..." - Anne Leary, Backyard Conservative
- "This post was such a great mix of passion and reasoning that I find myself envious as a blogger!" - Jeffrey Arrowood, Gaudium Veritatis
- "...This dual desire — the desire to be holy and the desire to be a good father — thrives in the blogosphere... Thoughts of a Regular Guy... Varied and fun. Strongly pro-life. Could any sincerely good father could be otherwise?" - Eric Scheske, The National Catholic Register (subscription required)
- "Kudos to Regular Guy Paul. I have thought him perhaps a bit too harsh at times... But this passage confirms everything that Paul has said..." - CrankyCon, The Cranky Conservative
- "Thanks Paul! That means a lot to me, given the thoughtfulness and excellence of your blog, and the importance of morality in politics, which you address so well." - Anne Leary, Backyard Conservative
- "Three years of bloggy goodness." - Jeff Miller, The Curt Jester
- "Congratulations, Paul! You're better than ever -- keep it up!" - Jean Heimann, Catholic Fire
- "Congratulations! Time flys when you enjoy reading solid posts." - Tito Edwards, CVSTOS FIDEI
- "Keep speaking the truth, brother. You are far from being alone." - Jennifer
- "I wrote up a long refutation and then realized you're right..." - Ori
- "My husband and I love your blog, it'd be great to meet up for coffee (or beer, or wine)." - Jennifer F., "Et tu?"
- "You have a great blog. It's one of my must-reads. Keep up the great work!" - Eric, Catholic Father
- "...this blog is indeed most excellent. There must be something about guys named Paul ..." - CrankyCon, The Cranky Conservative
- "It's like Jay's blog at Pro Ecclesia, but older." - Tito, CVSTOS FIDEI
- "Wow, great post. It's so true..." - Jennifer F., "Et tu?"
- "I particularly enjoyed reading Paul's post ..., which is both succinct, eye-opening, as is Paul's usual style." - Jean M. Heimann, Catholic Fire
- "Ladies and gentlemen: Snarky Paul! - Ma Beck, Ward Wide Web
- "...you are not "just this guy." You are an important human being... - J. Francis
- "Thanks again for another great post. - CrankyCon, The Cranky Conservative
- "... I think this analysis is spot on - Mary
- "Paul, you're the "Joe Sixpack" of the Catholic blogosphere. Wear this distinction with pride." - David L. Alexander, man with black hat
- "Good, original content and a nice clean layout. Keep up the good work and thanks for your business!" - CrispAds Blog of the Week
- "...always entertaining, yet informative..." - Tito, Cvstos Fidei
- "Paul, you're RIGHT ON! Keep up the good work of sticking to the truth and the facts!" - Anonymous commenter
- "I'm grateful to God that we have men such as Paul who have the fortitude to stand up and speak The Truth." - Vir Speluncae Catholicus, The Lair of the Catholic Cavemen
- "Forget About Paul The Regular Guy -- How about instead Paul the Prophetic Guy?" - Vir Speluncae Catholicus, The Lair of the Catholic Cavemen
- "Paul has a unique and wonderful way of expressing his thoughts about politics and the faith. He isn't afraid to say what's on his mind and often speaks with holy boldness - particularly when it comes to defending the unborn and the Catholic faith." - Jean M. Heimann, Catholic Fire
- "PH, C, T, EM, O, F, R" - "Father" Tim, Spirit of Vatican 2 "Catholic" Faith Community
- "Regular Guy Paul, who writes what we're all thinking but are too polite to say" - Jay Anderson, Pro Ecclesia * Pro Familia * Pro Civitate
- "Regular Guy Paul has been quite chivalrous in his tireless defense..." - Jay again
- "Regular Guy Paul is on a roll." - Jay, still again
- "Regular Guy Paul also provides his usual erudite commentary..." - Jay is really too kind
- "As usual, he's exactly right." - Jay is the man!
- "When the kids are asleep or when your cafeteria Catholic friends are not around, these are the blogs you peruse at your leisure and pleasure..." - Tito, CVSTOS FIDEI
- "Regular? Anything but! Keep up the good work..." - Fidei Defensor, College Catholic
- "How articulate this Regular Guy is." - Lynn, A Quiet Catholic
- "I'm humbled and honored to be in such company. Be sure to check out Paul's first rate blog!" - A Holy Fool, Holy Fool
- "...this fabulous piece by Paul, the Regular Guy." - Barb, sfo, SFO Mom
- "By the way...love your blog. Keep up the great work!!!" - Matt W., Thermidor Rising
- "Oh, can you hear and see my standing ovation through the computer? Great post!" - Catholic Wife and Mother, Deo Gratias
- "Paul, your blazing regard for truth and faith makes my heart smile." - A thorn in the pew, A thorn in the pew
- "Priceless" - Cal Skinner, McHenry County Blog
- "You're a gentleman" - Kathleen Parker, Orlando Sentinel, syndicated columnist
- "There aren’t a lot of manly blogs in the Catholic blogosphere..." - Eric Scheske, The National Catholic Register (subscription required)
and here, and here
And again...
St. Jerome & St. Maximilian, Patrons of my blog, ora pro nobis
Posts To Remember
Blog Archive
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- 7 Quick Takes Friday (vol. 160)
- 3½ Time-Outs Tuesday (Vol. 21)
- 7 Quick Takes Friday
- Walsh Officially Not A "Dead-Beat Dad"
- Cooties
- Peoria's Bishop Jenky Calls Catholics To Arms
- 3½ Time-Outs Tuesday (Vol. 20)
- 7 Quick Takes Friday (vol. 169)
- The Electable One
- 3½ Time-Outs Tuesday (Vol. 19)
- The Taliban Also Destroyed Art They Didn't Like
- Romney's Mormon Scandal
- Obama's Space Achievement
- The Coming Pennsylvania Political Bloodbath
- IBD: Three Amigos Summit "Disastrous"
- Obama Sent To Blackboard
- Honored By McCain
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- 7 Quick Takes Friday
- How Did We Get Here?
- The Clothes Make The Man
- Schumer Endorses Santorum
- 3½ Time-Outs Tuesday (Vol. 18)
- So, Dad, How Do You Like The iPad We Got You?
- 'Obamaville'
- Any Stick Is Good Enough For Santorum
- 7 Quick Takes Friday
- We Are Not Reassured
- Quote Of The Day
- Romney Wins Illinois
- The Real Problem
- 3½ Time-Outs Tuesday (Vol. 17)
- The Birth Of The Occupy Movement
- Leafblad "Sick to Stomach" About WKRS Language Cha...
- Santorum's Porn Scandal
- Wronged Priest Speaks Out
- Catholic Bishops Will Stand Firm For All Our Right...
- I Have Erred...
- Abolish Canon 915
- The Great Failure Of Social Conservatism
- Pournelle On Afghanistan
- Atheist Issues
- 3½ Time-Outs Tuesday (Vol. 16)
- I Have Friends In Illinois
- Funny
- Bat Wednesday
- Obama's New Patriotic Catholic Association
- Pray For Priests
- Leftist Bigotry
- Total War
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2 comments:
The guys at CMR are sick of these videos, but I just don't get tired of it. Thanks for posting it.
Sorry about your bid for the legislature, but it is good to see you here.
I watched this earlier today. I like it.
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