Friday, August 8, 2008
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Thursday, August 7, 2008
I don't know how many of you know about the JC Bootheel Rodeo...
.......but it's going on right now. I guess it's the biggest thing that ever happens in Sikeston. Every year about this time big country stars come to perform on the rodeo grounds and they have roping calves, and all sorts of wild things out there. Lots of money is made every year by the JC's. I... Sign in to see full entry.
Ford got a better idea...
........You can get one too. Over the years children learn from what their parents tell them, what teachers teach them, what they see, read, and hear on TV. This builds their foundation for life. Unfortunately, for people of color, the ideas they learn about themselves is not always good. For... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
If we stand tall, it's because...
....we stand on the backs of those who came before us. -- Yoruba proverb Sign in to see full entry.
It is not genius,nor glory, nor love...
....that reflects the greatness of the human soul, it is " kindness!" -- Henri Dominique Lacordaire I wish the world would learn this and stop the fighting, bombing, and wars. There is plenty of room and plenty of things in the world for everyone if we could just learn to share and overcome the... Sign in to see full entry.
Do You Want To Live Longer?
If so, here are Ten ways to do it: 1. Wear Your Seat Belt. In 2006 1.4 million people contracted cancer. 2.6 million people were injured or disabled in traffic accidents. 2. Enjoy Leisure Time. Take vacations and leisure time. You need time to decompose. 3. Love Yourself. Spend at least 15 minutes... Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Overcomers
As we are lead in triumph, An overcoming band; Victory crowns our progress; By our Master's hand. Our eyes are focused on Him, Our leader of great might; His armor alone protects us; Until we win the fight. Sign in to see full entry.
The hand of God never points...
....where the hand of God isn't making a way. ----Rev. Alvin Kibble Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
There's A Reason
There's a reason for the sunshine, to take away the night, There's a reason for the night, to remind us of God's light. There's a reason for discouragement, to give us joy again, There's a reason for our falling, to lift us out of sin. There's a reason for defeat, to remind us of victory, There's a... Sign in to see full entry.
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Writer's Block
As I strive to think of something to write, I realize writer's block, I have to fight. I can not focus, I can not think, I stare at the wall, while hot tea, I drink. I'm at a stand-still and don't know what to do, I have searched my mind, but nothing comes through. Should I write a poem or is... Sign in to see full entry.