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Thoughts on the Power of Authority

Today, an online friend sent me the following message, I assume intended to inspire: “THE POWER OF AUTHORITY: When we speak, we must speak with authority; when we walk, we must walk with authority; when we showcase our talents, we … Continue reading

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Almost Famous

To be respected by your family, those you like and know, is often not enough acclaim to satisfy; and so we seek to become famous in this lifetime or the next, a bigger fish than all the rest and so … Continue reading

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To Those Who Would Have Use of My Time

Each moment of my time has its own price; and some cannot be purchased with mere coin. Let my donation of it be my vice, and cursed be those who would by ruse purloin five minutes, nay, one instant without … Continue reading

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Like the World Does Not Know

If all the world would find you lacking grace and see in every thought and act some fault, behind the smile that lights up your sweet face discovering some dark and bitter vault, if some belittle and would treat you … Continue reading

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