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the last bad thing
I see in the news that the president is commuting the sentences of 42 felons. They are non-violent criminals, just some drug dealers, and therefore should not be incarcerated. They are really only there because, you know, they are black… Continue reading
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between husband and wife
My wife is not from my hometown, although most assuredly my home is with her and was made complete by her presence. What I’m saying is we did not grow up in the same geographic location, no where near each… Continue reading
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The collective soul
Feelings, we all have them and sometimes they hurt. There are times when that happens for no apparent reason. Just out of the clear blue someone says something and your feelings are hurt. It can be a troubling thing if… Continue reading
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Pleasure and Pain
We must begin with the premise that we will be rewarded for our earthly actions in death. It is the things we deny ourselves that open the gate to heaven. They are the things that our God has told us… Continue reading
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Picnic in the Park
The town of Greensboro hosted ” Picnic in the Park ” a celebration of Ober Park. It was one year ago that the new playground equipment and layout at Ober park was completed and the grand opening held. This was… Continue reading
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What's the destination ?
Being born on an island references to the sea and the bay have always been a part of my life. I grew up surrounded by the ways of the water and the men that worked it. I joined the Navy… Continue reading
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An experiment
I see people come and go from the pages of Facebook. Some explain their reasons and others just disappear. I can fully understand why they choose to do so. Facebook can be a negative place if you allow to become… Continue reading
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A full explanation
I’ve had the title for a book in my head for some time. I wonder if other writers ever have that happen to them ? This title is just an idea, a concept you could call it. I believe it… Continue reading
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A good time
It is a mistake to believe that happiness comes from within you. Happiness is a gift, freely given and expecting no return. Focusing only on the things that make you happy will ultimately lead to disappointment and sadness. You can… Continue reading
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brief moments
With my birthday fast approaching, and with it another milestone ( social security eligibility ) it causes one to reflect a bit. Those little moments of reflection can come at unexpected times and in unexpected ways. Just the other day… Continue reading