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Why Bother to Value Our Freedom of Speech?

Our Freedom of Speech I sometimes wonder why I became a writer. Who impacted my life in such a way that influenced my life for the rest of my life?  Though no one else in my family has written a book, two women in particular, showed me by example, that valuing our freedom of speech…
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Why Bother Being Free of Greed?

Free of Greed Greed is a grasping, grabbing and gluttonous mindset. Greed is that excessive desire for food, health, wealth, or popularity. Greed grows. It starts out with one small thought such as, “Now wouldn’t that be nice to have?” But then, that one small thought can turn into a way of life that messes…
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Why Bother Setting Yourself Free?

Setting Yourself Free At one time, I was addicted to smoking cigarettes. I grew up with the smell of smoke in the air. All the men in my life; my grandpa, uncles, oldest brother and dad smoked. Whether cigars, a pipe, Winston, or Salem tobacco smoke surrounded me.   In the evenings after dinner, Dad would…
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Why Bother Thinking About Freedom?

Thinking About Freedom The Fourth of July celebrations are behind us. Summer nights are once again quiet, the firework stands are gone and our streets are absent of floats and marching bands. And yet, our freedom still reigns.  Freedom is my theme for the month of July. Not just political freedom, but our physical, mental,…
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