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sleeping dogs
In the old days there were things that we just didn’t talk about. You didn’t speak ill of the dead or bring up old wrongdoings. The saying was, let sleeping dogs lie. The reason for doing so was obvious enough.… Continue reading
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sharing
The greatest joy one can have is in sharing. Whether is it sharing our stories or sharing the objects that bring you happiness, they are only truly enjoyed when shared with others. That was my thought this morning as I… Continue reading
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you know better
Just a short observation this morning as I rush to get my day started. The worst deadlines are self imposed deadlines and I really do have to get going. But being a creature of habit, I am compelled to write… Continue reading
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What is an American
I had posted a comment saying how about we all just become Americans. I was somewhat amazed by the response. One in particular surprised me, although it really shouldn’t have I suppose. This question was posed by an anonymous person,… Continue reading
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Old friends
I opened my browser, it’s like the card catalogue of the internet, and saw an interesting topic. It was an essay concerning an old friend of mine and probably an old friend of yours as well, Uncle Remus. You do… Continue reading
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I remember
I remember exactly where I was standing when I first heard the news. It was in the shipping department of Pulse Industries in Greensboro, Md. My wife called to tell me! The towers were ablaze. I vaguely remember being told… Continue reading
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Repeating the thought
First posted August of 2014 I thought it was time to repost. I’m certain it will be new to most of you. If any of you remember, I’m impressed. Faith requires no explanation. When I got home from work there… Continue reading
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recovering a sacrifice
We hear a lot about sacrifice these days. An awful lot about sacrifice in fact. Well I just have to point out one thing, a sacrifice is something given voluntarily in exchange for the hope of something else. Sacrifice can… Continue reading
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Do you remember?
When I got up the first thing I heard was the rain. It wasn’t a gentle rain nor a torrent, just a steady beat. The weather having cooled somewhat the a/c was turned off and the window opened wide. As… Continue reading
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The upright ostrich
I was listening to the news concerning the mid-term elections. The discussion was centering around interference through the use of social media. You know, those that would attempt to sway your decision as to which candidate deserves your vote.… Continue reading