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Accepting Fate
The first one up makes the coffee. It is an unwritten rule. This morning it was my wife. Now as anyone that reads my blogs knows I have a peculator. It takes just a little bit longer than an automatic… Continue reading
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Commercial Calender
I had occasion to go to the local Walmart, something I try to avoid, and couldn’t help but notice a big section of bare shelving. Having been to the Walmart before, and becoming accustomed to the commercialism on display there,… Continue reading
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Seeking Truth
The discernment of truth ought be the driving factor in our lives. Truth inspires us. Only by seeking the truth will true happiness be revealed. That thought came to me in a conversation. There are times when snippets of logic… Continue reading
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Restraint
I wonder why someone would reject the idea of God or religion. It is a concept foreign to me. I was raised in a Christian household, my friends were Christians and a few Jews. It was not a topic we… Continue reading
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Nice Things
There are those that want ” nice things, ” I think that is true for most of us, and it is what drives the materialism we see in America today. Truth be told that is true in most civilized societies.… Continue reading
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Balanced Thoughts
Thoughts and the composition of words. Often times it is difficult to marry the two. The selection of the word, in context with the thought, it what completes the thought. I believe a good composition is like a good conversation,… Continue reading
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Proving Faith
Since joining Facebook and writing a blog everyday I have come into contact with a variety of people. By this I mean, people of varying faiths and convictions. Perhaps it is the anonymity of the computer but I have noticed… Continue reading
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I'm a
I read a small article the other day and couldn’t help but comment. The story was about a 73 year old Vietnam Veteran that worked at a Cracker barrel restaurant. The headline said, 73 year old Veteran fired for act… Continue reading
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Conversations
I am lucky to have some friends with whom I can freely exchange ideas. By that I mean, discuss topics without anyone getting upset by it. The free exchange of thoughts is a wonderful thing. I do believe for most… Continue reading
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Thoughts on Tithing
A friend has requested my opinion on a touchy subject. I am flattered to be asked and what follows is my best effort at explaining my position. The issue is Tithing. As I understand it I was asked if I… Continue reading