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Memorial Day

As today is Memorial Day my usual column will be postponed.  Memorial Day should be a day of remembrance.  When you see someone in the US Military this week, make sure you thank them for their service.   Image from: CJP Photos   […]

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Nine Years and Counting

Another column on writing from Wisdom and Life.  Today, as we are in the month of May I realize Wisdom and Life will turn nine years old.  When I began, I published five days a week. As I look back, I’m pleasantly […]

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Silence is Golden

Because I’m on the introvert scale, I’d rather stay quiet than speak about inane topics.  The most uncomfortable tactics one can make to an introvert is: Ask Why are you so quiet? Draw an introvert into an unwanted conversation. Influence them to […]

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A Writer Writes

Sort of a follow up to last week’s Creativity and Coping as today I discuss writing and how much it means to me.  Writing and creativity has helped me become the person I am today.   Anyone who knows me understands how […]

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Creativity and Coping

I need creativity in my life to help me cope with life’s challenges.   Christopher Jennings Penders   Said by myself about a month ago to a frequent library patron.  I’ve always felt my creative output has helped me deal with emotional […]

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