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a bitter lesson
It is rather disappointing when you realize that public figures are just ordinary people. I mean you always knew it, or least suspected such, but to have it confirmed is a different matter altogether. I believe this is a… Continue reading
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democracy disgraced
I’m thinking this election cycle has done more damage to the credibility of our election process than any campaign of the past. Regardless of which candidate you may or may support there is little to view as favorable. The Republicans… Continue reading
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respecting tradition
Remember when men wore long pants and short hair ? I do, and I can’t help but wonder if there is a correlation between that and what we have today. Call me old fashioned, stuck in my ways, or whatever,… Continue reading
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feeling relieved
I have returned from New York with good news. My son did not have a heart attack as was suspected. Blood pressure issues yes, and some chemical imbalances, but nothing that medication and diet can’t take care of. It was… Continue reading
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seeking consolation
Life takes its’ twists and turns. This morning I find myself headed to upstate New York. My son, Ken, has suffered an apparent heart attack. He is resting comfortably in a hospital at Cooperstown, New York. In just a few… Continue reading
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the ghosts of war
I am no scrap booker. I do enjoy seeing the postings from a group of ladies that enjoy that hobby. My daughter in law has assembled a few and I think they are wonderful. I have found myself in possession… Continue reading
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An American reaction
Yesterday was my birthday. I was overwhelmed with the number of Happy Birthdays I received on Facebook. By far the most I have ever received and it is a reassurance. I appreciated each and every one. It was also the… Continue reading
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The power of belief
After writing yesterdays posting I did get a few comments. In responding to those remarks I stumbled upon another thought or observation. Whichever you choose to call that experience these things just come to me. I thank those responsible for… Continue reading
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Traditional
The flags have been ordered to fly at half staff once again. I can not recall a time when that has happened with such frequency. Our country is in mourning. The flag is lowered as a sign of morning and… Continue reading
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Noah
If we can’t agree on what the written words say, how can we agree upon anything ? That is the question I have. In trying to have an intelligent, informed conversation about a topic I often run into this problem.… Continue reading