Author: Fred D
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Alaska State Fair Harmony
My son, his girlfriend, Ellie and I did the Alaska State Fair once more yesterday. From giant pumpkins to prize pigs . . . 4H steers to human slingshots . . . Ferris wheels to cabbage fairies . . . corn-dogs to concerts . . . an endless Fun-4-All collection of crafts, cuisine, creatures, amusements…
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Laughter is the Best Medicine
Laughter is free, non-prescription, effective medicine. Studies show laughter: 1. Lowers stress levels 2. Boosts the immune system 3. Promotes a positive outlook 4. Improves heart health 5. Stimulates your organs 6. Is an easy, fun workout 7.Burns calories 8. Boosts your mood Twenty-six rainy days last month, and another one to begin September .…
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Shalom and the Rabbi
The Hebrew language richly conveys feeling, intent, and emotion. Shalom, the Hebrew word for peace, is my favorite. It’s used to greet and bid farewell to people, but expresses an all-encompassing peace that is so much more. Strong’s Concordance defines Shalom as completeness, wholeness, health, peace, welfare, safety, soundness, tranquility, prosperity, perfectness, fullness, rest, harmony,…
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How Great Thou Art
Sunshine, storm and nature joined forces this afternoon to transmute the lyrics of a favorite hymn into a stunning Alaskan visual concert beyond words. I am richly blessed . . . may you be as well. How Great Thou Art O Lord my God, When I in awesome wonder, Consider all the worlds Thy Hands…
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Peace on the Edge
The sign belies the peaceful stability of silent solitude that was mine watching eagles soar high above the Matanuska River Valley . . . a treasured “Be still and know I am God” moment. “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run…
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Fun Is Ageless
To enjoy life to the fullest you ‘moose’ have fun. A couple of old duffers did just that at the 2022 Alaska State Fair in Palmer, Alaska. 9 or 90, goofing around is healthy . . . don’t forget to take your medicine 😊 “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dies…
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Rusted and Restored
My rusted old watering can has sprung a leak. Over the years we’ve nurtured and raised many summers of vibrant flowerbeds together. Having attained an advanced state of maturity???😊, and a tad rusted out myself, I’m not a big throw-away fan. I can remember my grandfather having me straighten out used nails . . .…
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My Kinda’ Politician
Politics are not my thing. However, the combative tenure of the elections occurring in Alaska and Wyoming today is discouraging. Radical contention has replaced reasonable compromise. The “One Nation Under God” our founding fathers envisioned is sadly becoming two nations under political division. As an octogenarian I’ve been privileged to witness times when “reaching across…
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Termination Dust and Eagles
A friend in the Lower 48 brought a smile to my face when they asked, “What is determination dust?” It’s called termination dust, and refers to the first snow that appears on Alaskan mountaintops signaling the end of summer. Actually, termination dust is an oxymoronic term . . . many Last Frontier mountains are covered…
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Glorious!
The rains have ended. From the deck I stood in silent wonder as my Abba tucked in another day brushing this awe-inspiring masterpiece across the heavens. I M Blessed . . . May U B 2 “The heavens declare His righteousness, and all the people see His glory.” – Psalm 97:6 Keep Looking Up .…
Abba's Art 