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Is academic competition a good thing?

Flash of Silver…the leap that changed my world Question #2 Rite of Passage Three –No Longer Alone- Q. Are all the measurements of achievement really necessary? When marks (grades) and scores are removed, does achievement suffer, or is there a greater … Read More

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Seldom

   Seldom Seldom We have two eyes that seldom see, Two ears that seldom heed A nose that seldom will delight, In flowers or a tree.We only see the outward sign And seldom look within We seldom seek a new … Read More

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In The Valley

   In the Valley In The Valley Lord, I’m in the Valley, Deep within the meads Where I’ll pick the flowers Replacing them with seeds. When I’ve nothing else to do I’ll rest in Valley’s shade, I know not where … Read More

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Abuse and Imagination

Flash of Silver…the leap that changed my world Question #1 Rite of Passage Three –No Longer Alone- ABUSE AND IMAGINATION   1944 aged 10-11 Abuse comes in many forms, some more damaging than others. Is it possible that we ‘invent’ … Read More

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I Wonder Why

   I Wonder Why I Wonder Why I wonder why my thoughts rush forth Speaking words which I regret? Why do I cuss within my head When I long pure thoughts instead? What is it all about, this self called … Read More

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Fear of Failure

Flash of Silver…the leap that changed my world Question #3 Rite of Passage Two -Acquisition- Have you tried as hard as you knew how and still failed, even to the point of being punished unjustly? Later on did you back off rather … Read More

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I Know a Place

   I Know a Place I know a Place I know a place of peace Where Arbutus trees line the shore Where Kingfishers sing their evening song, Cormorants and blue herons call. I know a place of peace Beneath cormorants … Read More

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Distant Dads

Flash of Silver…the leap that changed my world. Question #2 Rite of Passage Two -Acquisition- Q. Did you have only a passing relationship with your dad? How is it now for your son…with you? Did father know best? I had … Read More

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Fashion or Food

Flash of Silver…the leap that changed my world. Rite of Passage Two –Acquisition- Q. How about your very first item of clothing and a prized possession that set you apart from others? Mine was my Scout’s hat and the staff … Read More

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I Am?

   I Am? I Am? What am I? Who am I? How am I? I am Yours! Your Creation! Am I as You wanted me? Who am I? I am me. By Your Grace. Yes! I am me. Teach me … Read More

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