By helping the poor, do we enable them to abuse the system? Are we being foolish?
We may not know all the answers but, knowing what questions to ask is a start.
The Essence of Gordon Lightfoot
So, this was a side of Lightfoot I’d not seen before. It was a courageous move by this young artist: risking his career. Yet, that song showed me the persuasive power of Gordon Lightfoot.
The Three Little Pigs… Get Real!
No matter how long we live, we soon find out that our wanting to be successful is predicated on help from others. Like the flip sides of the same coin, nature and nurture seemed to play an equal part.
The Luckiest Man in the World
Yet, at thirteen, I was scared going to bed alone… in an empty house with only my pet dog for company. I never knew where my dad was, or when he’d be back. (My mom was living elsewhere.)
Still Like a Rolling Stone
Yet, the inflexibility within people’s hearts and minds seems so sadly similar to today. Like so many artists before him, he’s paid a deep price for his art.
Strong Women? Thank Goodness!
I remember women’s forgiveness much more than any punishment. I’ve seen the genuine hurt and deep disappointment in their eyes… So, that’s my story: I’ve been saved by love.
A Question of Hope
But now, according to the popular blog, Vlogbrothers, there’s a new reality to despair about: “the Sad Gap.” …This is where “our outrage meets up with our hopefulness.”
Losing to Win
Worship weakness, not strength.
Mastering, not masking our mistakes or weaknesses, will lead to tomorrow’s successes. Instead of feeling alone with your weaknesses today; you’ll have a joyous soul to share with others, tomorrow. Turning weaknesses into strength!
All the Love in the Universe
Life really is the master and it demands a grateful heart. We’re free to dismiss or condemn it, but experience shows how circumstances can change and get worse as we harden our attitudes.
Sweet Street Love (2022)
Almost a decade ago, I wrote about a street person who because his dog wasn’t welcome in soup kitchens or overnight shelters, would forgo eating and a secure night’s sleep. But, he was happy to do so. Happy?! But what about now, with the ravages of COVID-19 all around us…?
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