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Why Bother Relishing Our Freedom of Movement?

Freedom of Movement It is high summer and the season and a reason for us to take a road trip.  Traveling by car is our favorite and still the freest form of travel getting us from point A  to point B. Unlike planes or trains, my husband and I decide our time of departure, and…
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Why Bother to Value Our Freedom to Forgive?

Freedom to Forgive  Did you know that forgiving someone does not require their participation, cooperation or concession? We can forgive them, let them off the hook, and clear their debt of what we think they owe us without their authorization, authority, or blessing.  When I forgave my father, who was already six feet under ground,…
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Why Bother Celebrating Our Freedom to Celebrate?

Freedom to Celebrate July is a celebratory month. It started off with a big bang as our nation celebrated its 250th birthday.  There were all kinds of ways to participate and commemorate the day. Some people chose to gather for family picnics, march in a parade or stand on the side lines and wave.  Early…
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Why Bother Thinking About Our Freedom to Choose?

Freedom to Choose As a child, my parents introduced me to the foundational principles of their religious beliefs. As an infant I was baptized, made my First Confession and First Communion and was confirmed into the Catholic Church by the time I was thirteen.  I didn’t question my parent’s beliefs. Why would I? I trusted…
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