Tag: Tip of My Iceberg
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The Dignity Of Work
The dignity of work, of doing our best as a reflection of our character is often ignored today. Labor Day is a celebration of the work force of America, of those who committed to the exertion of building this country with their toil and talent. The first Labor Day was celebrated only by New York,…
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They All Fall Down
For our family, it began with a soccer tournament. Being outside, playing a game that requires stamina and strength, one would never expect COVID to become an issue. After a weekend tournament, reports of players–teenagers–testing positive for COVID were circulating through the parents of those kids who’d played. Nobody anticipated this problem. It hit close…
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Is There Light At The End Of The Tunnel?
Not a fan of the dark, I was surprised when we had the chance to take a boat trip through a cave this summer. Knowing I wasn’t alone in the inky blackness helped. Having the guide shine a flashlight on formations along the way showcased beauty in the dark that I would never have imagined.…
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Hunger Is For More Than Food
We have the incredible privilege of watching the broad stroke of life behind our home. Birds in the air and pond, animals, all making a place for themselves in our local ecosystem. There are certain expectations of the different species that populate our yard. The ducks swim, dipping their heads under water to snack on…
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It Can Get Better
We celebrated our anniversary a few days ago. So many years together–suffice it to say we’ve grown up together and have mellowed well with age. Memories of our wedding are still very clear. I was the first in my family to get married, and back in the day, the wedding was more about the parents…
Tip of My Iceberg 