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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
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Making an Attachment
I am aware I have begun to repeat myself on certain topics. There are those that say that is a product of aging. There is evidence to support that, but only, when you are not aware you are doing it.… Continue reading
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In the name
In a strange twist of fate I left my home, on Long Island, and have settled in Maryland. In my childhood home I lived three miles from the ocean and less than a mile from the bay. Going to the… Continue reading
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A civil tongue
I will sometimes leave a comment or two on the various postings that appear on my Facebook wall. Whatever sparks my interest at the moment. Then I receive notification that someone else has responded to my comment. I am continually… Continue reading
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Climbing in the Pulpit
As it sometimes happens, the title to this essay came to me before the actual essay. Sounds strange but the idea comes first and I attempt to condense that idea into the title. As a matter of coincidence a friend… Continue reading