Tag Archives: Freedom
STRANGE BEDFELLOWS
In Shakespeare’s play, “The Tempest,” the term “Strange bedfellows,” was coined in reference to a drunken jester, named Trinculo. He was been shipwrecked on Prospero’s magic island. He seeks shelter from the storm and comes upon the petrified body of Caliban. … Continue reading
ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Last night, I tuned into the American Hero channel for the series of programs about the American Revolution. It was designed to show the unsung heroes of that war – those who made a huge difference in the outcome. We often … Continue reading
UNITED IN CHRIST
There’s been division of races, ethnicity, social class, political views and even in our religious beliefs throughout history. Looking back before our founding, the Native American was looked upon as a savage by the early explorers. These foreigners may have said they were … Continue reading
MY PRAYER FOR TODAY
Each day is a new beginning, Lord, and still I often feel things are out of control. I’ve been praying for the same thing for so long and don’t get answers. Maybe I’ve received them, but they aren’t yet clear. … Continue reading
WORDS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD
“But the Hebrew word, the word timshel—‘Thou mayest’— that gives a choice. It might be the most important word in the world. That says the way is open. That throws it right back on a man. For if ‘Thou mayest’—it … Continue reading
FRENZY IN THE CITY STREETS
The big parade on the fourth of July always included children. There were those who watched on the lawn chair laden sidewalks, or on the broad shoulders of someone taller. There were those who spent time decorated their bikes, tricycles, … Continue reading
ARE WE REALLY FREE?
Preamble to the Constitution of the United States of America” We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and … Continue reading
LAND OF THE FREE
All the hubbub of standing for our National Anthem at any sporting event is taking the spotlight big time. Who would’ve thought that our nation, built on the blood of brave men and women, would be called out for singing … Continue reading
START SPREADING THE NEWS
The first and last time I was in New York City was on a Labor Day weekend several years ago. My sister had purchased my ticket and met me there. It was the perfect time to visit, since the usual … Continue reading
MY COUNTRY ‘TIS OF THEE
My country tis of thee – who is the “thee” referred to in this song? Read the lyrics and you’ll see that it is God. Somehow, God has gotten placed in the background somewhere and we’ve forgotten to give Him … Continue reading
BRING ON THE FIREWORKS
Soon it will be time to get out the fireworks, set your lawn chair alongside the road and wait for the parade to pass by, to cheer and celebrate, but how many of us really know the reason we’re so … Continue reading
LET IT GO DAY
There seems to be a holiday for everything, if you go on the internet. In fact today is “Let It Go Day. I’m not sure when it originated, but the movie FROZEN certainly took off on it. We as human … Continue reading
ARE OUR LIVES BORING?
“You created a sensation about nothing. You people are so creative over there. Your lives must be boring.” Vladimir Putin Have we become a nation of creative bores? America has always been seen as innovative, entrepreneurial, forward thinking, but boring? … Continue reading
A WOMAN OF VIRTUE
When the Feminist Movement got underway in the 60’s, women applauded the rights they demanded. They burned their bras in protest. They shed all evidence of the things they felt were binding them or holding them back. Their cry for equality … Continue reading
YOUNG HEROES
This week has been focused on a controversial election, protests, transfer of power and other things that annoy and agitate many. Some can’t accept the results. Some say, let it go. Some are angry, some violent, some are being paid to encourage … Continue reading
WE, THE PEOPLE …
Soon it will be time to get out the fireworks, set your lawn chair alongside the road and wait for the parade to pass by, to cheer and celebrate, but how many of us really know the reason we are … Continue reading
HOW LONG?
“Series of deadly explosions tear through crowds at Atatürk international airport on Tuesday.” Headline from this morning’s news. It’s becoming a weekly state of affairs. An explosive group of radicals is reeking havoc across the globe and people die needlessly as we … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Birds cannot fly unless they open their wings. How much more are we capable of if we just try? For the next 365 days we have that many chances to open our wings and fly.
YIKES! ANOTHER KATHY RANT
The internet is amazing tool. You can find information in the blink of an eye. You can spend hours absorbing information and drawing your own conclusions . It also has a dark side – when a news item can be blown … Continue reading
I’M OFFENDED BY THOSE WHO ARE OFFENDED …
When my husband worked as an archery instructor, part of his job was to teach the rules of safety. As he was about to instruct an immigrant woman and her children, he explained the proper way to shoot without becoming injured. … Continue reading
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