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Dealing With Controversy

Posted on May 29, 2017 by hernibs

A wise man has well reminded us that in any controversy the instant we feel anger we have already ceased striving for truth, and have begun striving for ourselves. ~ Thomas Carlyle

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Anger

Posted on January 24, 2017 by hernibs

Anger is an honest and dignified emotion. Tired four-letter words simply debase it.

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Bully

Posted on September 3, 2014 by hernibs

Little Johnny Macnamare was playing out-of-doors having fun with trucks and things, a child much like yours. Then out came Susie Johnson sucking candy on a stick, it looked so good that Johnny asked her for a lick. “No, this … Continue reading →

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Imperfect Afghan

Posted on May 11, 2014 by hernibs

You wanted me to be perfect. I never made it, but I have learned to accept my imperfections. I don’t unravel the whole thing, start again, as you would have done when what I set out to do is less … Continue reading →

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