Mom’s Cooking and Smoke

Duff here. Since Mom is spending More Time at the Stove, She has developed certain Endearing Characteristics. She hitches up Her Jeans to take on the Task. Her tea tumbler is close by for Fortification. She is on the Watch for new Flavors and Sauces. (Bet You didn’t know the Dollar Store is a Gold…

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Five Tips to Be Your Creative Self!

As I stepped out the door of my place yesterday, I was delighted to find authentic urban art. Creativity at its best! The kids close by discovered this shady spot from the heat, and decided to make some chalk drawings. One little girl was quite proud she could write the number 2, which is her…

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Dog Art

It’s Duff once again. As I travel in Our Car, I revel in the Landscape as it goes by. There’s so much to see: Cars with other Drivers, horses and cows, People walking along the road. Whatever you can conceive of, it’s there for All to see. The scenario is: I’m in Mom’s lap with…

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Imagining

Duff here. I was pondering the Concept of Creating the other day. You know, actually Developing Ideas. And then putting Feet to my Dreams. I imagine all Sorts of Things. I could be a Doberman in Disguise. Or That I have Powerful Confidence when meeting Other Dogs. Or even being able to Eat all the…

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Trees

Enjoying the Little Things . . . on the Mountain As I went on my walk yesterday, I began to delight in the pleasure of paying attention to trees. So many kinds, shapes and varieties of trees here on the Mountain. I can recognize them by their bark, their leaves, their height. But to really…

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A Side Talent

Every year since 1999, the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award has been given to the player who demonstrates outstanding balance in his life between civic and professional responsibility. This year, one of the nominees is Sam Acho, an outstanding offensive linebacker for the Chicago Bears. He actively supports Living Hope Christian Ministries. Founded…

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Spider Webs and Your Mind

Spider webs have a special significance for me. As they glisten in the sun, the beads of dew sparkling in the light like asymmetrical diamonds on a necklace, they carry a message. Their thin structure belies their strength. Even though they are spun from thin strands of silk, they can support the weight of the…

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