Be Different!

I grew up thinking I was different because my parents didn’t make a lot of money and they were raising five kids on fairly meager salaries. I remember this one pair of pants that were bell bottomed (of course) and red, white and blue striped.  We had to wear the pants (aka britches) more than…

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My Favorite Holiday Season

It’s hard to believe it’s November already. The end of the year is in sight. One of my favorite times of the year is the season of Thanksgiving. I love it when people express their thankful heart to the Lord and to one another. I believe the Lord is the Giver of all good things.…

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Peace Is Possible

This is a relative term. I may at peace with myself, but no one but me and the Lord, knows what that means. I can have peace with others, but they may or may not feel at peace with me. We may have peace around the world with other countries, but we still try to…

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Looking Different

I don’t think I dress weird or even boldly. I’m fairly common and I don’t think I stand out because of my branded dress shirt or khaki pants. I do care about my appearance and try to have a “clean” and “well-groomed” look about me.  There are times I might even wear a sports coat…

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Daily Presence

I’ve been trying to practice the Presence of God in my daily journey for many years now. I don’t know of a secret formula or a trick to it. I decided several years ago that I would get up a bit earlier, while the house was still quiet from the night and spend time reading…

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He Is With Me – EVERYWHERE!

I am so very thankful for my family and friends. There are friends who are often even closer than family. I believe that if you’re friends with your family, you are doubly blessed. No one gets to choose their family, but we all get to choose our friends. Our friends and family are right there…

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