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One of the things that puzzles me is how we react to life... We can be so flippant, so callous. We can behave or believe as if some lives are better or worth more than others. Every time I fall or see someone seemingly fall into that shallow societal trap,
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In search of authentic promotions of what’s most important and unity — noting that the two are often encouraged by the same people — allow us today to focus on the words of author, speaker, inspirer, and research professor, Brené Brown. Noting that Brown's TED talk – “The Power of
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Let’s provide an epilogue of sorts to one of our recent postings, which you’ll note respectfully asserted that there’s a difference between news and opinion, with “news” sources often presenting information with a left or right bias as opposed to somewhere in between; the truth is secondary
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I have to be honest. As a Christian, sometimes I really struggle with the current political state. I see friends of shared and unshared belief throw many of the morals they typically live by right out the nearest window. I get it. As writer, Christian, and avid Texas Rangers fan,
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We talk about all things here — albeit, always respectfully. Yesterday Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced a formal inquiry of Pres. Donald Trump. Understand that it was not a vote nor an initiation of official impeachment proceedings. It is an investigation, with many commentators divided whether grounds for an impeachable offense exist.
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As a blog which attempts to identify the difference between news and opinion — which are not the same — allow us to present last week’s news from three different perspectives: the left, the right, and somewhere in between the two. From the left: “Lamar Jackson and the NFL’s Quarterback
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* It starts with language. * We create categories to distinguish people into “us and them.” * We then give names or other symbols to the classifications. * We attempt to use law, custom, and political power to deny the rights of other groups — perhaps maybe silence them. * Then we dehumanize. One group denies
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Each known for their frequent fervor, the two surprised me this past week. In a good way. The conversation began on Twitter — and consistent with said venue, that was neither the surprise nor the good. (Twitter is also not a “conversation.”) Unsurprisingly, it began with a passionate topic. And isn’
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I wonder what they woke up thinking… When they grabbed their cup of coffee, threw last minute items in their briefcase or purse, headed out the door… I wonder if they felt any different… I wonder if they said the same words parting with their families that morning… kissed their
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And just like that, we are back!! Greetings, friends! What a treat it’s been to sit back, read and digest the opinions of our excellent Guest Writers! It is always insightful to sincerely listen to someone other than self. (Did I mention it is wise, too??) But thank you,
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[Concluding our annual Guest Writer Series is none other than PH, aka Guest Writer #12 (of 12). I have not known PH long, but I have quickly gotten to know him well. He is deep. He is thoughtful. He makes people think and makes them laugh... typically at the exact
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[Nearing the conclusion of our annual Guest Writer Series, allow me to introduce LJ, aka Guest Writer #11 (of 12). LJ has been a sweet friend for so many years... being silly... being serious... but also, always being authentic … ] * * * * * Did you know that the average 4-year old could ask