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The Blessings of a Life of Integrity

I watch the news. I peek behind the curtain of politics. I examine my life and the life of my friends and I am compelled to pass on this post on integrity by Rick Warren — Oct 31, 2015. Rick’s entire original post can be found by clicking here. I encourage you to read it in its entirety. I hope …

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Skating Well on Golden Pond

“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming, ‘Wow! What a Ride!’”  – Hunter S. Thompson

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6 Suggestions on How to Respond to Internet Criticism!

I received a message the other day from a musician friend who was devastated by a caustic, critical remark left on her Facebook page. After reading the trash that had been thrown in her direction, I wrote her a note of encouragement. Here are some of the suggestions I shared with her. Now if only I can follow my own …

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How to Let Your Gift Keep on Giving!

Yesterday this picture caught my eye. Suddenly memories of bygone years flooded my soul.  This needle work picture of a bear was hand sewn by my grandmother almost 100 years ago. The detail is amazing, but more amazing is the personal value I place on this little piece of my grandmothers legacy. Please read to the end and watch the …