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The Struggle Is Real (MM #3631)

For many years, when people used the phrase the struggle is real, they meant it as a joke. They were often talking about first-world problems. But recently, when people talk struggles, there is no joking implied…

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Their Problem (MM #3122)

Lately I’ve found myself frequently repeating a phrase over and over; What’s their problem? Repeatedly I wonder what is going on in our world? And this rant isn’t about politics…

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Conversation (MM #2918)

These days, for many people the ability to carry on a conversation is almost non existent. I realize that conversation has never been easy for some. But thanks to email and text messages the ability to avoid conversing is easier than ever…

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Getting By (MM #2570)

Recently I’ve found that nobody seems to be doing fine.  Whenever I ask anyone how they’re doing, they reply “I’m getting by”…

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People Are Outraged (MM #2540)

To me, more people are outraged about life in general these days. I was too young to notice, but the climate of the 1960’s might have been worse.  Today, almost any subject will offend someone. Does the rise of social media help magnify our outrage, or have we all been this angry all along?  And…

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Politics Of Sports (MM #2395)

I’ve always felt that sports should be an escape. But in recent times the politics of sports has become more important. And sadly politics has become a major focal point…

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Responsibility (MM #2373)

Lately it seems that no one wants to take responsibility for their actions. Of course everyone is quick to place blame. Above all it’s never their fault. Now is this something new, or have people always played the blame game first…

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Peace On Earth (MM #2104)

During the holidays we often hear that people are hoping for peace on earth. That’s a nice sentiment, but it’s often just words. But as I get older, peace on earth is truly something that I dream of…

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Delivering On A Promise (MM #1184)

It’s a sad statement about the world we live in, when someone actually delivers on a promise and you’re truly shocked that they lived up to their words…

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