I grew up under the tutelage of a generation who faced the depravity of the Great Depression and then fought through the horrors of World War II. The deep sense of patriotism and solemn respect for our country ran high among these great people. Therefore, as Memorial Day once again rolls around on the calendar, I find it appropriate to take a … [Read More]
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Convictions – The Lack Thereof
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Memorials – How We Mark Our Lives
In large part, Memorial Day has devolved into a weekend that represents the onset of the summer season. It’s something like the starting gun at the beginning of a race. It’s the day that officially frees us from the doldrums of winter and gives us some sort of permission to play for the next three months or so until Labor Day reminds us that it’s … [Read More]

To Decide or Not to Decide – The Impact
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