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Daily Bread- A Feast of Love October 21, 2019In the Danish film Babette’s Feast, a French refugee appears in a coastal village. Two elderly sisters, leaders of the community’s religious life, take her in, and for fourteen years Babette works as their housekeeper. When Babette comes into a large sum of money, she invites the congregation of twelve to join her for an extravagant French meal of caviar, qu […]Amy Peterson
- Not Second Rate October 20, 2019After the conclusion of the First World War, US President Woodrow Wilson was recognized as one of the most powerful leaders on earth. But few knew that after a devastating stroke in 1919, it was his wife who managed nearly all of his affairs, determining which issues should be brought to his attention. In fact, modern historians believe that for a short whil […]Peter Chin
- Steel and Velvet October 19, 2019Poet Carl Sandburg wrote of former US president Abraham Lincoln, “Not often in the story of mankind does a man arrive on earth who is both steel and velvet, . . . who holds in his heart and mind the paradox of terrible storm and peace unspeakable and perfect.” “Steel and velvet” described how Lincoln balanced the power of his office with concern for individu […]Bill Crowder
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this is my FATHER’S world
This is my FATHER’S world….. Ronnie McBrayer: We are only the caretakers, God owns it all RONNIE MCBRAYER | KEEPING THE FAITH Near Rochester, New York, a prominent, cliff-like ridge erupts from the landscape and runs west for hundreds of … Continue reading
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a long or a short ride what will it be?
THE RIDE Twenty years ago, I drove a cab for a living. It was a cowboy’s life, a life for someone who wanted no boss. What I didn’t realize was that it was also a ministry. Because I drove the … Continue reading
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Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is approaching. It’s time to buy a padlock, book a flight to Paris with your true love, and be “love-locked” happily ever after. That’s what tens of thousands of couples have been doing for the better part … Continue reading
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PINEWOOD DERBY (The wisdom of a child)
PINEWOOD DERBY (The wisdom of a child) My son Gilbert was eight years old and had been in Cub Scouts only a short time. During one of his meetings he was handed a sheet of paper, a block of wood … Continue reading
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“THE CHRISTMAS PAGEANT.”
As you know, Christmas Pageants are very popular this time of year. I received the following message this week about one mother’s experience at such a Pageant. It should either bring back memories, or a laugh or two to start … Continue reading
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a Christmas Classic
Today, I will share A Christmas Classic that we all know and love. May you have a Very Merry Christmas, and may all of your Christmas wishes come true! _______________________ First of all, let us learn all about who wrote … Continue reading
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Run in the rain…..
A little girl had been shopping with her Mom in Target. She must have been 6 years old, this beautiful red haired, freckle faced image of innocence. It was pouring outside. The kind of rain that gushes over the top … Continue reading
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I Wish For You, A Sandpiper……
The Sandpiper by Robert Peterson A Very Touching Story She was six years old when I first met her on the beach near where I live. I drive to this beach, a distance of three or four miles, … Continue reading
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LUCKY
LUCKY Anyone who has pets will really like this. You’ll like it even if you don’t and may decide you need one. Mary and her husband Jim had a dog, Lucky. Lucky was a real character. Whenever Mary and … Continue reading
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THE LESSON OF THE COFFEE BEAN
THE LESSON OF THE COFFEE BEAN A daughter complained to her father about how hard things were for her.”As soon as I solve one problem,” she said, “another one comes up. I’m tired of struggling.” Her father, a … Continue reading
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