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THE AMERICAN DREAM (1976)

7/26/2013

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                                        THE AMERICAN DREAM

                         Occasionally, we talk with some of our colleagues, 
                         and in so many words, they insist
that for them, 
                         "the American Dream has died."


                         At this point in the conversation I always like them 
                         to define their terms and detail their 
meanings.
                         Because, for as we are concerned us, the American 
                         Dream is very
much alive.

                         Oh yes, America gets a fever once in awhile...
                         But most of us do what most of us do  when diseases 
                         and
corruption enter our bodies.

                         Then we seek to clean out our system or take some
                         bad-tasting medicine or even get a few shots in our
                         posterior.
                         Now, as anyone who really enjoys living can tell you, 
                         it is better to be sick three or four times a year, than

                         than to be dead once.

                         And, oh the recovery. The recovery is such a wonderful 
                         thing...Rededication to higher
truths, to greater purposes,
                         and nobler ends
enter our thoughts and way of life.

                         The American Dream is very much alive in us and in our 
                         children and it shall continue to be for as long
as each
                         generation  is willing to pass that dream
along.

                         God bless America!
     
                         (Written on July 26,1976)
                         (Last line added on February 18, 2019)

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COUNTING SNOWBALLS

7/23/2013

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                                                 COUNTING SNOWBALLS                          
                
                       Back during June as the temperature reached 100F, 

                       there I was again, trying to go to sleep. Couldn't do it.
                       I even tried counting snowballs. But, sleep wouldn't come,                                               So I just laid there and after a while these thoughts came
                       to mind... 
                                              
                                                Hold On
                                               
                                                Catch Fire

                                                Press Forward
                       I pass these thoughts on to you, perhaps they shall be 

                       of some benefit.
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IF OUR HEARTS ARE RIGHT WITH GOD

7/19/2013

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                          IF OUR HEARTS ARE RIGHT WITH GOD

                         Wrote Charles Sorley..."The gates are open 
                         on the road that leads to beauty and to God."

                         No walls, no matter how thick
                         No fences, no matter how tall
                         No guards, no matter how many 
                         Can keep us encumbered or bound
                         If our hearts are right with God

                         If our hearts are right with God 
                         Those walls become windows
                         Those fences become rose trellises
                         Those guards become our friends
                         For no chains may fetter
                         The upward bound soul
                         And God's gates are always open
                         To all those who would enter in










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TOLL FREE  

7/19/2013

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                                             TOLL FREE

                     Many years ago, during the 4th of July festivities, 

                     we visited Richmond and Williamsburg. And, while
                     getting some advice on travel routes and directions,
                     we were given specific advice on how to miss a certain
                     toll road. We thanked our benefactor for his travel advice
                     and sped on our way...toll free.


                     We suspect, however, at least from all travelling we've
                     done, that every road of life we travel...is a toll road.
                     Oh, some toll roads are cheaper than others. But in 
                     God's transit system, we get pretty much what we pay for.

                     Like state highway tolls, some of life's tolls 
are exacted 
                     from us sooner than others, and after travelling a short 
                     distance. 
                     For instance, the wrong word said at the wrong time
                     to the wrong person could mete out an immediate

                     punch in the nose.
                    
                     Other tolls are collected after travelling for several
                     miles without seeing a toll booth. But, it is evident
                     to those of us who have lived a long time that before

                     our lives are o're, the toll will have to be paid, often
                     at an exacting price.


                     Emphysema, lung problems, and cancers of various
                     kinds are often produced from years of habitually 

                     taking into our bodies substances alien to our good health.
                    
                     And perhaps when life's journey is over we shall discover
                     some of life's tolls were worth the price. 

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THE SIMPLE LIFE 

7/19/2013

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                                     THE SIMPLE LIFE

                          "I am bound to praise the simple life," wrote
                     John Burroughs, "because I have lived it and
                     found it good."
                         
                     To live in the country. To bask in the sun. 
                     To not feel pressured or pushed.
                     To walk quietly and gently down country roads.
                          To notice the zig-zagging of a butterfly. 
                     To watch a dog roll in the grass under a shade tree.
                          To watch tree branches sway and saunter in the breeze
                     as an occasional leaf hesitatingly makes its way to the ground.
                          To watch a garden grow. To plant just a few seeds and watch 
                     God multiply and give the increase.
                          To be at peace with one's self and all of nature's creatures.
                          For theses experiences and many more left unwritten, 
                     we too, are "bound to praise the simple life."

                     (First published on July 19. 2013)


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A SHORT SEASON  

7/13/2013

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                                   A SHORT SEASON

                             For most teachers and students,
                         summertime is a short season.
                         But, for many mothers and fathers,
                         summer is a long, drawn out time.

                         As with most happenings or events
                         in our lives, the seasons are short or 
                         long depending upon our own personal
                         experiences or points of view during any
                         particular season. 

                         For our grandchildren, the time for swimming,
                         playing around, the house, picnicking, and taking
                         trips is over all too soon.
                         For many moms, the summer has not gone by
                         fast enough.What hair they have not pulled out 
                         has seemingly turned into a frazzled gray.


                         Every season has its delights and disadvantages.
                         But, given enough time, the seasons do change.
                         Our children and grandchildren continue to grow.
                         Looking back, the years seem to have flown by.
                         And, sooner or later all of us discover that life itself...
                         is a short season. 
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WE HEAR AMERICA SINGING

7/13/2013

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                         WE HEAR AMERICA SINGING
      
                             We hear America singing...
                                    Songs of grateful hearts
                             Melodies of good cheer
                             Hymns of faith and hope
                             Tunes of patriotism dear

                                    We watch America working...
                             To add another log
                             To the fire of liberty
                             To light men's way 
                             To set the captives free

                             We witness America praying...
                             For a return to our forefathers' faith
                             For more trust in God that's true
                             For more reliance on His Spirit
                             For His grace to see us though


                             America, America
                                    Every mountain rings with laughter
                             Every forest sings songs of kindness sown
                             Every valley echoes praises joyously
                             Every flower of the field whispers...
                             Your deeds are know
                             Your deeds are know.
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BECOME A BLESSING 

7/13/2013

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                                      BECOME A BLESSING

                        We have never known anyone who, having
                        received at least one blessing from the Lord,
                        was not desirous of receiving another one.

                              The problems which confront us are often 
                        staggering and depressing. But, God's answers
                        to these difficulties are often awesome, promising,
                        and powerful.

                              In time of sickness, financial distress, marital
                        disenchantment, or dozens of other problem areas,
                        how may we  receive the blessings that we need?

                        The solution has recently crossed our mind...if you
                        would receive a blessing, become a blessing.
                        Don't expect those whom you bless to immediately
                        return your blessing. Instead, come to see God as
                        the fount of all your blessings.


                        Be willing to expect God's blessings, often. Be assured
                        that God is  the creator of the law of blessings, just as
                        surely as he is the creator of the law of gravity. And he
                        truly desires to bless his children.


                        The Lord's law of blessing is unchanging and eternal.
                        To receive a blessing...become a blessing
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6 BITS

7/9/2013

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                                               6 BITS

                   With my birthday now past, just a few weeks ago
                   (in June), I passed one those mileposts that come
                   to those who live long enough to pass it.
  
                   I can now calculate my true worth by using my age 
                   and monetary terminolgy. That is to say, I am now
                   worth six bits. I would like to think that I am worth 
                   more, but I suspect I would be exaggerating.

                   Morally speaking, for the major portion of my life,
                   I was not worth a half a bit. My redeeming  years
                   have only occurred as I have taken on the guise 
                   of a senior citizen, specifically, in the form of a
                   Gramps. 
                
                   With twelve grandchildren, my wife, Donna and
                   I have experienced the grandeur and blessings 
                   of grandparenting. And I have been given a second
                   chance to do all those good and right things I wish
                   I had done the first go round with my four children. 
                
                   God has been merciful to me and let me live long 
                   enough to add some redeeming qualities to my 6 bits 
                   life. And I am grateful. Grateful, indeed.

















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4TH OF JULY (1976)

7/4/2013

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                                     4TH OF JULY (1976)

                        Dear Tammy, Billy, Matt, and Heather,
                        Well, kids, today's our 200th birthday.
                        Ain't it grand?  Hope you enjoy the day.
                        
                        We realize you're kind of young to fully
                        understand the importance of this day...                                            
                        but then, most of us don't.
                        1766 seems so long ago. In fact, it is
                        difficult for most us to even remember.
                        World War II, Korea, or Viet Nam.       
 
                        Just as many a mother has given her life
                        to bear a child...Even so, many a son and
                        daughter have given their lives to give birth
                        to this nation, and to sustain her life through
                        the years.
    
                        Every ten dollar word in the book will be used
                        this year to describe and extol the virtues of 
                        this great country, America. We shall leave
                        you with just one word...one of the most 
                        common and most used...FREEDOM.
                        America has given you that legacy. May you 
                        always preserve it and cherish it.
                        Love, 
                        Mommy and Daddy.
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