Posted by Nolan Dalla on Apr 14, 2015 in Blog, Politics |

This column created a firestorm when I first wrote and published it. I lost friends and even received threats. Nonetheless, I stand by the conclusions herein. Until it can be shown an orchestrated and deliberate “genocide” occurred, I remain convinced the horrific episode known as the attempt to exterminate Armenians was one of many terrible outcomes of World War I and unbridled nationalism.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Apr 12, 2015 in Blog, Politics |

Few politicians in the modern age ignite as much passion — pro and con — as Hillary Rodham Clinton.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Apr 12, 2015 in Blog, Personal, Politics, Travel |

Ireland is a country full of surprises. What follows are ten things I learned about Ireland during my visit that surprised me most.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Apr 10, 2015 in Blog, Travel |

Most people have heard of Waterford Crystal. It’s the best crystal in the world and the ultimate symbol of both excellence and craftsmanship. I toured the factory recently and have this report to share.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Apr 10, 2015 in Blog, Personal, Rants and Raves, Travel |

Nothing tops nature. Not the Las Vegas Strip. Not the Manhattan skyline. No man-made object can possibly surpass the splendor of nature’s abundant power and beauty. Borrowing a famous line I once heard somewhere — You think a tall building is impressive? Try making a butterfly from scratch. You can’t.
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