Darryl Duke's Blog, page 4
January 15, 2023
I Think I’m Good At This
“Despite the constant bombardment of negativity seen in the media. I meet wonderful people who try to live a good life and do good for others. I’m one of them. We simply hear too much about the bad things in life. It should be our job to look for the good. It’s out there. You ... Read more
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December 31, 2022
A New Gratitude
With another new year beginning. I look back to see how much growth I have achieved over 2022. (This growth is spiritual, personal, and emotional.) And what I need to improve on to be the best person I am capable of being. (See Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.) I also look back at all the things ... Read more
The post A New Gratitude first appeared on Darryl S. Duke My Book My Blog.December 3, 2022
Imagine That
“Growing up as an only child with a big imagination, I thought using Alexa was fun until today. I said “Alexa,” and after identifying myself, asked. “Whatever happened to my imaginary friend?” The female voice answered back. “Your imaginary friend moved away with the kid who lived across the street in nineteen sixty-four when you ... Read more
The post Imagine That first appeared on Darryl S. Duke My Book My Blog.November 13, 2022
A Blockbuster Of A Quote
“I long for the days when all you had to do to be kind was rewind”
The post A Blockbuster Of A Quote first appeared on Darryl S. Duke My Book My Blog.October 8, 2022
Expect Respect
“We should never ‘demand’ respect from anyone. But it’s OK to ask for it and expect it when deserving.”
The post Expect Respect first appeared on Darryl S. Duke My Book My Blog.October 2, 2022
My Love Is On Display
“It can be difficult to convince some people that we love them. Sure we can keep saying it. But displays of love can be a better way to show it. We just need not be afraid to show it. And to try to be an example of someone who has learned to love themselves.”
The post My Love Is On Display first appeared on Darryl S. Duke My Book My Blog.September 25, 2022
Love Is A Good Choice
“The day I chose to love the world and its wonderful people. Didn’t come easy or happen overnight. Maybe it began in the days when I didn’t know what love really was. Not knowing, and then knowing, helps draw a much more helpful comparison. But when I finally learned to love myself unconditionally. Then, and ... Read more
The post Love Is A Good Choice first appeared on Darryl S. Duke My Book My Blog.August 10, 2022
Our Proudest Moments
“One of the proudest moments of my life was that one day when I was really really proud about something.”
The post Our Proudest Moments first appeared on Darryl S. Duke My Book My Blog.July 23, 2022
Wow That’s Hot
“Wow, was it hot today! It only took a few seconds before I started sweating while watering my wife’s flowers for her. And that was inside with the AC on”
The post Wow That’s Hot first appeared on Darryl S. Duke My Book My Blog.July 12, 2022
Just Sayin How Much I’d Be Payin
I’m not saying that being 62 bothers me or the current high gas prices. I’m just saying that if I had to drive as much as I have to pee at my age. I’d be broke in a week.”
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