Tag: hope
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Who Turned Out The Light?
If you’re on the east coast of Florida, by the ocean, a highlight is to watch the sun come up over the water. That’s what my friend, Marc, says. We were at a kick-off retreat this weekend by the ocean. A new group of folks transitioning into Orlando from all parts of the globe.…
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When Horse Meets Human
Her name’s Sally. She’s got thick, straight black hair. With her darker skin tones, it’s a beautiful combination. She’s strong with long legs I envy. Did I say she had four of them? Sally’s the horse I got to ride Saturday with a group of friends and family as we trailed through mountains. The scenery…
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Having It All Is Never Enough
I’m a sports fan. Not a fanatic. That would be my husband. Any sport. Any time. If he’s got a moment, ESPN is his go-to place to vegetate. As I was getting ready to leave for work, Sports Center was on. I heard “He was found dead in his cell.” It got my attention. Aaron…
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Your Enemy Is Not Who You Think
“There is no natural predator for killer whales. They used to think great white sharks were it, but the killer whales just flip them on their backs and wait for them to pass out. Then they eat them. They kill giant squids, too.” This wasn’t a Discovery Channel program or a quote from National Geographic.…
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The Great Gift Of Grins
Life is hard. That’s a statement that most everyone would agree with. A peek at the news confirms it. Hurt and pain recognize no borders. Fear and despair have no nationality. We question our safety, the fairness of life, the limits of our paychecks. Hope can drown in our daily emotions. Until you look in the…