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Let Others Shine

One of the reasons The Andy Griffith Show was such a success was due to a change they made in the early going. When Don Knotts was brought in to play the part of deputy Barney Fife, the chemistry of … Continue reading

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Focus on Your Strengths

    The recent passing of legendary television star Andy Griffith has given us a reason to contemplate his amazing career. Part of Griffith’s success came from the fact that he learned early on to play to his strengths. He … Continue reading

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Freedom Gained

Today we celebrate Independence Day, the birthday of the United States of America. I suppose you could make an argument that we gained our freedom through a process that occurred over time. Did we become free when the colonies banded … Continue reading

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Time to Run!

I was doing some trimming in front of my house when a praying mantis jumped out of a bush and onto the porch. I doubt that he had ever encountered anything as terrifying as the fearful electric hedge trimmers I … Continue reading

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How to Behave

Tennis players who are preparing to play at Wimbledon receive some special training before the tournament. They are given some tips on royal etiquette when playing in the presence of Prince Charles. Roger Federer said, “They do brief you beforehand. … Continue reading

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Inspection Time

I recently noticed that one of the tires on our car had prematurely worn out. The front tire on the driver’s side was completely bald, while the other three tires have significant tread left on them. Knowing that there must … Continue reading

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Great Story!

Some people have some amazing stories to tell about their lives. Isaac had a great one—the one about the time his father Abraham almost sacrificed him as an offering to God (Genesis 22:1-14). People probably asked Isaac to tell them … Continue reading

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Rude Awakening

I was out for a walk early this morning when someone in a pickup truck drove by, slowed down, and blew his horn very loudly. He drove on a little farther before turning around. The driver then pulled over on … Continue reading

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Can’t Be Found?

  David Feherty, an analyst for the Golf Channel, described an errant shot by saying, “That ball is so far left, Lassie couldn’t find it if it was wrapped in bacon.”   Only those who have played the game can … Continue reading

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Getting Along

Lady Nancy Astor reportedly once remarked to Winston Churchill, “Winston, if you were my husband, I’d poison your tea.” Churchill replied, “Nancy, if I were your husband, I’d drink it!” It is impossible to get along with everyone. That’s hard … Continue reading

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