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The Heart of Politics

This is not political commentary, per se, but heart-led moral commentary about politics. God has granted far more insight than I ever dreamed possible, in the sense that it all fits into a discernible pattern for me. I know what … Continue reading →

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Progress 5

Don’t click to enlarge if you can’t handle gore. This is for tough DIY care. I called several different times and spoke to different offices in the VA system before I finally got a straight answer. I told them I … Continue reading →

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Open Letter to Oklahoma City

(This is a copy of an email message I sent to the OKC Parks and Rec offices. It is in reference to the tragic accident noted in previous posts on this blog. There are minor differences in content based on … Continue reading →

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We Need

(With an imperious air) We don’t need you. And you don’t need us. On the other hand, we are altogether glad you took a moment to read this. Our motives are radically different from other religious groups. It’s not propaganda … Continue reading →

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This Is Getting Crazy

Between us and parish member, we could probably purchase a decent recliner. The problem is that our OKC Metro Area furniture market is nearly controlled by a rather bloodless mafia led by the Mathis Brothers and they really do not … Continue reading →

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Icons and Idols

Iconoclasm is not a virtue; it can be a useful tool. There’s nothing wrong with good statuary to help you focus your mind on the task of faith. There’s a problem when your faith is trapped by the icon. Our … Continue reading →

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Progress 4

I actually slept last night. Apparently my biggest recovery task at first was just overcoming the hindrance of the current crop of pain killers use in hospitals. There was so much wrong with that, my body just couldn’t get on … Continue reading →

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Equipment Update

Just so you’ll know, because some of you care… Someone has come forward with a donation for a replacement recliner chair. I’ve called the chosen vendor (Mathis Brothers — they have a long history in this city) and I’ve contacted … Continue reading →

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Progress 3

Yesterday was the darkest hour for me. In the morning I felt okay, but I think the Tylenol-3 hurt me worse than I realized. I was having severe pain in my lower back and I couldn’t tell if it was … Continue reading →

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Prayer Request

My battered old recliner isn’t too bad for short term occupation, but it’s really too small for my body. Even if all I could do is borrow a good one, it would sure help me get through this. It’s causing … Continue reading →

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