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June 22, 2026

My Red Bag

I have always carried a red tote bag when I visit my grandchildren, and they know that bag holds snacks and special activities. Now that my grandchildren are six and eight,...

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My busy life came to a halt when my right hip began to hurt. By the time hip replacement surgery was scheduled, I was dependent on a walker. I’d never had...

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March 23, 2020

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March 22, 2020

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March 21, 2020

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March 20, 2020

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March 19, 2020

Halftime

Several friends of mine are planning to move to other companies. They have sent many letters out, but most of them have received no reply. A few were invited to interviews,...

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Our Unbelief

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I had lived in my mobile home community for a year, but I am shy and had met few of my neighbors. One rainy afternoon I looked across the street into...

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March 16, 2020

During Hard Times

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