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Early in our relationship, my wife and I debated the proposition that people have the ability to change who they are — the attributes and characteristics that are most deeply ingrained in their being — personalities and orientations, so to speak. The way we respond to situations, the way we compose ourselves
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One of my favorite fairy tales is “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” You remember, I’m sure… … the vain, egotistical emperor who is duped by a traveling salesman to buy this fabulous fabric for some new apparel… fabulous for its color, its feel, oh yes, but even more so because
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Sometimes we think too small. Sometimes we get stuck in the details. We lose sight of the big picture. Our bodies are composed of matter as is everything around us. Sometimes we forget that just like our body has many parts, we are part of a larger body. Many days
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Since the inception of the Intramuralist nine years ago, we have enjoyed a spirited discussion covering hundreds of — actually, well over a thousand — topics. It’s been thought-provoking, encouraging, and often challenging… sometimes all at the same time. As stated here frequently, the goal of this blog is not
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Seasons are good because they don’t last forever. With eternity being the only thing that lasts, wisdom is gleaned by maximizing the seasons… recognizing what’s present while it is there — not immobilized by pining for the past nor reaching only for the future. Seasons give life value. I’
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mo·tive ˈmōdiv/ noun 1. a reason for doing something, especially one that is hidden or not obvious. No doubt the Intramuralist is fascinated with much — from the big to the small, serious to silly. I am fascinated with much. For example … how the media has morphed into a generous
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Yesterday was my birthday. It was full of all sorts of precious moments… … waking up, thanking God for a beautiful, mild temp day in the smack-dab, middle of summer… … indulging in toasted coconut donuts — a treat — also a favorite… … attending a baseball game — with sweet seats — an all time
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The meeting was called to order. Together they recited the Pledge… “… one nation under God… … indivisible… … with liberty… … and justice… … for all.” And then the small city’s mayor, after four minutes of sharing only his own thoughts, ended the meeting due to a public comment on a fellow council’
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As the boxes are packed and the moving van looms, I’ve learned to sit back, relax, and intentionally reflect upon the things I love about my house… … the conversation booth, where we’ve sat and shared and laughed and cried and even lit numerous birthday candles through the years…
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On the recent holiday, columnist Christine Emba wrote an insightful piece for The Washington Post. She shared that “in between the flags and fireworks, such a major milestone is as good a moment as any to take stock of how our relationship is doing.” And then she spoke of the
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Sometimes we’re at our best when speaking the elementary to adolescents. We’re more clear, more concise… We’re better at sharing wisdom in ways that are patient and gentle without compromising boldness or truth. We point fewer fingers. We emphasize the hope. Perhaps because it wasn’t a
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241 years ago, the Declaration of Independence — a brilliant document written by Mr. Thomas Jefferson — was adopted by the Second Continental Congress. At war with Great Britain, the 56 signers announced the independence of the 13 sovereign states and that the American colonies would no longer be under British rule.