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Old memories and music
I didn’t watch the CMA show the other night. I did see about a half hour or so and that was enough. I guess I’m just discriminating. I watched two performers and it seemed like they were the same person, just… Continue reading
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measuring success
Isn’t it fascinating when others tell us who we are ? It can be infuriating or calming. It is seldom what we believe it to be, or more properly, to have been. The reason is a simple one, they just… Continue reading
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something to hold onto
I’m sure we have all seen the meme about old friends. You know the one, where old friends can go long periods of time without speaking, or seeing each other and just pick up where they left off. They usually… Continue reading
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by degrees
When I was growing up academics wasn’t stressed in my household. Sure you had to get good grades, passing grades, and complete your schooling but beyond that you were left alone. No, Dad and Mom felt like as long as… Continue reading
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what if
Is it ever too late ? The stock answer is, no. The reality is just the opposite. There are instances when for practical and pragmatic reasons you are just too old. It has become too late. I find myself faced… Continue reading
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past benefits
Should we benefit from our heritage ? It is certainly a popular theme these days. The government recognizes this and has charts drawn up to measure the amount of your ethnicity. Numerous studies reveal that identification of ethnicity is fluid… Continue reading
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the quest for freedom
August has arrived right on schedule. At least one thing makes sense. The rest of what is going on in this country leaves me wondering. I’m thinking we have gone a little crazy. It is a constant barrage of outrageous happenings,… Continue reading
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strength of belief
I enjoy having little discussions about the things we just don’t have answers for. So I guess you could say I enjoy speculation. Funny thing is, I don’t necessarily need or seek an answer. I just like the conversation. I… Continue reading
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A society of strangers
Has mankind sacrificed love for money ? I think the case could be made for that. Perhaps it has become a necessity to do so, just a part of the evolutionary process. But I don’t really believe that, I believe… Continue reading
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A synopsis
I posted an old photograph the other day. It was my great grandmother in her wedding dress. Lucy was her name. Great Grandmother Lucy passed in 1956 when I was just three years old. I don’t remember her but my… Continue reading







