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The insomniac

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In 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Paul urges us to pray for “kings and all who are in authority” so they can lead tranquil lives of godliness and dignity. It’s a wonderful, responsible reminder of how we should dutifully honor and pray for our leaders. However, he forgot to remind us that…

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The DMV

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When was the last time you made a trip to the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles)? Did you love it? What adjectives would you use to describe your time there? Invigorating? Inspiring? Refreshing? What adjectives would you use to describe the people who were in line there with you? Excited? Patient?…
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Playing your note

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  “When I teach, I feel like me.”  Do you remember that quote from the Hillary Swank movie, Freedom Writers? In a dramatic scene wherein Swank’s character is attempting to explain to her frustrated husband why she has such an exceptional commitment to her troubled students, she blurts out passionately:…
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Lava Girls

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When is the last time you did something for the very first time? I keep thinking about this question during our Lava Girl practices (the Lave Girls are simply the very best 8 and 9-year-old girl soccer team in the world). Everything about them is fresh and new and “first.”…