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A good talking to
At one time I took a course in sales. This course was taught by a psychologist. The title of the course was aptly named, the Psychology of the sale. The main theme was teaching you the five steps to the… Continue reading
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Downtown
There is talk here in Greensboro and in small towns across America of revitalizing the downtown area. The businesses once owned and operated by Mom and Pop are gone. The little shops unable to compete with the corporate giants. The… Continue reading
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Veterans Day
Today is Veterans day. On the eleventh day of the eleventh month at the eleventh hour the armistice was signed. The war to end all wars was over. Except it didn’t last all that long. Germany wasn’t happy and wanted… Continue reading
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What If
For about two years I worked at Cunning Interiors on Main Street in East Hampton. I was an apprentice upholsterer using my G.I. benefits. I received a set amount of money every month I completed a set number of hours.… Continue reading
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One Smart Animal
I have not listened to Billy Grahams final sermon. His family believes that it is going to be so anyway, and perhaps it will. I did listen to snippets of it and am anxious to hear more. I admit to… Continue reading
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Authors
It has been suggested to me that I write a book. Kind and flattering words and I appreciate the sentiment. I do think we all have a story to tell. I do enjoy writing and remembering. As anyone reading these… Continue reading
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The ultimate Luxury
There was an article on the evening news about Ray Lewis ( retired NFL player ) and others that have filed a lawsuit against BB&T Banking. Apparently a financial consultant under their employ was playing fast and loose with the… Continue reading
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Exploited
The last few days they have been advertising the interview between Dr. Phil and the girl that was abducted and abused by that fellow Castro. Promos for the interview abounded, even appearing on the evening news shows several times. Teasing… Continue reading
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God,Government and the Golden Rule
Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. The golden rule, we all know it and all agree it should be a guiding principle in our lives. No exceptions to the rule ! One could go as… Continue reading
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Motivation
The question of why is really a question of motivations. What was the impetus for a person, or a nation of people to act. Great moments in history have occurred when large groups of individuals share a common motivation. One… Continue reading