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Memories, a memoir, philosophy or simply the ramblings of a boomer. These are my thoughts, my observations and my opinions.

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  • Think about this

     The other day as I was writing I wrote this line, The foundation of faith is virtue. I did receive a few comments and now feel I need to explain a bit further. As it often happens in communications the… Continue reading

  • Judge not

     I try not to judge. The problem with that lies in the fact that one must make a judgement in order to reach a decision. Many people misinterpret a common Biblical reference, Judge not, that ye be not judged. The… Continue reading

  • Changes or choices ?

     I have heard it said that change is the spice of life. I would have to agree with that sentiment. Of course, change or “spice” if you like, can be hot or cold, bitter and sweet. There comes a point… Continue reading

  • Thoughts on George

     There are events that just fill your thoughts. This past week it was the passing of my wife’s Uncle George. I have written several times about him, and this loss, yet it still doesn’t seem enough has been said. I… Continue reading

  • A quiet presence

    Yesterday afternoon and evening I had an obligation. I attended a viewing for my wife’s Uncle George. Personally I dislike the whole idea of a viewing, and if I had my way I would not participate in any of them,… Continue reading

  • Under control

     Well it got hot and humid here in Greensboro. It was bound to happen, what with the world turning and all, plus global warming. Anyway, I am not complaining I haven’t forgotten the long cold winter. I’ll take the heat… Continue reading

  • Help Yourself

     God helps those who help themselves. That is what I was always told and what I believe to be true. I believe it simply because we are responsible for our actions and as a consequence the reactions we generate. It… Continue reading

  • An unusual delivery

     Yesterday I did something I hadn’t done in quite some time, I wrote a letter. Yup, I sat down and wrote an actual letter with pen and paper. I can’t remember the last time I had done that. I have… Continue reading

  • A world without George

     He was here for ninety four years. What can be said of him ? He was a loyal son, a veteran and a good man. Brother to my wife’s mother, he was just Uncle George. A quiet unassuming man that… Continue reading

  • A solemn obligation

     A solemn obligation. That is what those that defend our freedom pledge.That is what they agree to. On this Memorial day let us be aware no soldier ever gave his life. It was taken from him ; violently. He fought… Continue reading