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Surrendering to sickness
I wonder why it is we are being taught to surrender to sickness ? You don’t think so ? Well just look around and you will see what I mean. For every little ache and pain there is something to… Continue reading
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A visit
The patches of ice over that mud crunched beneath my feet as I walked the edge of the water. The mud was firmed up some from the bitter cold. A steady breeze blew off the bay. I know those long… Continue reading
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A sprig of spring
While I was walking home the other day I noticed the bushes in bloom and dandelions popping up. I snagged a few of those dandelions, my guinea pig loves them, and brought my wife a branch of that bush. I… Continue reading
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The truth of the matter
It has been suggested that I submit some of my writings for publication. Very flattering words to hear. They both humble and inspire me. Like a lot of others I dream about writing a book one day. Perhaps the great american novel.… Continue reading
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Time to grow
As I was watching the news this morning I heard of a terrible thing. Two boys, fifth graders, had planned to kidnap, rape and then kill another fifth grade girl. I was taken aback. How old were they ? Eleven… Continue reading
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Students Betrayed
If you have watched the news you have heard about the Atlanta schools cheating scandal. Thirty five educators have been indicted in a cheating scandal dating back to 2001. Fifty two schools. From the Superintendent on down this activity was actively pursued. The gains… Continue reading
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Sweat and Sawdust
We have passed the doldrums of winter and spring has made its’ appearance. A day here and there teasing us with the promise of warmth and sunshine. Spring projects are being planned and supplies gathered. I have purchased a grape vine… Continue reading
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A reminder
April 1. April fools days. To most people a day to pull pranks on the unsuspecting. I enjoy that custom as well, but April first is more to me. That was my Great Grandfather’s birthday. I’m not very good at remembering anyones… Continue reading
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New clothes and candy
In yesterdays posting I spoke of keeping traditions. I got to thinking about those traditions and just why they were. The number one tradition was getting a new set of clothes to go to church with. Yes, back when I… Continue reading
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Traditionally
I often hear my contemporaries complain about how things aren’t like they used to be. This is especially true during any holiday. I hear a lot of , when I was a kid, we did this or that. I hear about the loss… Continue reading