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it isn't free
Happy Independence day. The fourth of July 2020. Today marks the 150th official celebration of what was a politically important day. Yes, that’s correct. It was in 1870 that the federal government officially declared July the fourth as a national… Continue reading
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the struggle
What is the dream? The ultimate dream of man is to live without restraint. Sometimes we label that as freedom. Freedom, in its’ strictest definition, means free from accountability or responsibility. You can just do as you please, at any… Continue reading
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sentiment
I was rummaging through the closet in search of some old documents when I found new technology. Well, new tech that is already old. Some time back, I don’t recall the year, I had purchased one of those digital picture… Continue reading
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appeasement
Having taken a brief hiatus from blogging I find myself resisting the urge to once again get caught up in the maelstrom of current politics. There were many mornings that happened to me in the past. Trying to remain objective… Continue reading
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a proud memory
I really enjoy history and the telling of it. Even when that history involves a bit of speculation I find it fascinating. It has been said that history is written by the victors and truer words were never put to… Continue reading
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Lucy, in the sky
Lucy sat rocking gently back and forth as the needle passed through the thin silk material in her fingers. Her practiced movements were almost machine like in their precision as her thoughts wandered to the past. Twenty years had passed… Continue reading
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listening
I have taken about a week off from writing or posting any blog. The desire to do so came upon me as unexpectedly as those that look for my ramblings. It wasn’t a medical issue, it wasn’t anything special. I… Continue reading
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Juneteenth
Should we add another National holiday to the list? Juneteenth, June the 19th to commemorate the reading of field order number three in the state of Texas, declaring all slaves are free. It’s certainly an event to celebrate and commemorate,… Continue reading
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an early start
Today is the first day of summer. It will last ninety three days until we reach the autumn equinox. I read somewhere that the celebration at Stonehenge is to be televised for the first time. It almost escaped me as… Continue reading
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The enablers
Remember when we were told, God helps those who help themselves? Remember when we were taught accountability? Remember, you made your bed now lie in it? Remember when we were told, no use in crying over spilled milk! Well I… Continue reading