3 things that have changed over the years....


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1.  Technological mobility and the ability to connect with each other has gone through the roof.  As a kid growing up in North Conway, NH back in the late 70's-80's I don't remember a single cell phone, ipad, nextel walkie talkie, bluetooth or computer let alone a laptop in my home. ...

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The Winds of Change


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On October 4th, 1957, my first year as a teacher and one day after my 25th birthday,  we were "treated" to a beeping sound being sent from space by a man-made satellite.  The first of the many that now roam about the earth. It was called "Sputnik," and, God forbid, it...

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The Summer that Lasted a Lifetime


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There are some things we did in our lives that we may wish we had done differently, but there is a good probability that if we got a second chance we would not do them differently.  Why? Because the motivation to do what we did the first time is firmly grounded...

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The Value of Truth


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The Value of Truth What value can be set on truth?  It is of immeasurable worth to all of the world.  The person who possesses this priceless gift is easily discovered, because of his bright cheerful countenance. There is such value place upon truth that we never think how much it...

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Dad's Best Advice


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How is it possible to determine the best advice from the man who guided me in purpose, direction, integrity, responsibility, ethics and so much more throughout my life? I know, everyone believes their Dad is better than mine. Not so. There are no greater men on earth. Yes, it's possible there...

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My Mother's Best Advice


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This is the story about two mothers. It was the summer of 1967, right after graduation. I had no clue what to do with my life. Nobody in my family could afford college and in those days it was never even considered. My family was big. Very big. 10 kids. My...

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Nip It In the Bud


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My two teenage sons and I follow our growling stomachs to the local fast-food restaurant.  Lunch trays in hand, we maneuver our cokes and spicy-chicken sandwiches through the crowd and settle at a table.  Andy takes a bite of lunch, then pauses, a look of utter incredulity on his face. His blue...

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It's Not Easy Being a Mom


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Dear Paul, Diana, Andy and Ben,It’s not always easy being a mom.  First, you birth them, then you bathe them, then you teach them right from wrong.  No matter how hard you try, with all that you do right, you're bound to do some things wrong.  You gently guide, praying that your mistakes will be minimal, and their understanding large....

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