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Tag: Smiles

  • Little ‘Bandits’ Splash Party

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    Fred D
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    In a time of horrific disasters, rampant chaos, and national division, I thought perhaps this happy family outing video clip might provide a brief respite, and perhaps bring a smile to some faces as it did mine . . .  the feral version of Proverbs 22:6 . . . “…train up a child …” 😊 Keep…

  • Joy And Sorrow

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    Fred D
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    “Weeping may linger for the night, but joy comes in the morning.” Psalms 30:5 The two recent tragic airline disasters in Philadelphia and DC accentuated the unknown brevity of this life we’ve all been given. The Philadelphia crash was especially poignant to  me. It occurred less than 2 miles from the home where I grew…

  • A Positive Attitude – Depression’s Antidote

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    Fred D
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    Today’s headline news, both abroad and here at home, is depressing. Here’s a photo that won the  Outstanding Wedding Photos Award to turn depression’s scowls into joy’s smiles. As this Canadian couple exchanged wedding vows, a whiskey jack alighted on the bride’s head. The groom calmly smiled broadly, while his bride burst into laughter, shouting…

  • Alter Ego #2

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    Fred D
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    A while back I began a collection of short, anonymous tributes to some of my wan-a-bee alter-egos who graciously blessed my life by being there to support and encourage me to keep-on-keeping on when life’s journey found me traveling unpaved roads. An alter ego is defined as one’s second self, a different version of one’s…