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Christ’s body and quid pro quo
Read MoreQuid pro quo basically means that “if you this for me, I’ll do this for you.” It is what elected officials practice from the day they announce their candidacy; they promise to lower taxes, provide free medical care or higher education, increase employment opportunities jobs…
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Breaking the web
Read MoreHe always carried a pocket knife, just as his father and grandfather had done. His was a small one, two blades, both of which were kept sharp and ready for whatever chore befell them. They whittled sticks onto which hot dogs and marshmallows were pushed,…
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A garden far removed
Read MoreThe garden is so tired, yet the summer is not done with us, and so it attempts growth. A green pumpkin hangs tenuously onto the fence, a withered vine feigns support. I have no idea what it keeps it alive. A tomato plant blooms, as…
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A date with Marilyn
Read MoreDuring a recent trip back to Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Ruth’s hometown, Ruth and I did a senior portrait session with her niece, Alaina. The plan was to shoot some images in downtown Wilkes-Barre in the evening, then go to a park on Sunday morning and try…
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I don’t want to be a rock star
Read MoreThe following line is from a job description: This is a fantastic opportunity for a rock star creative who wants to help … We don’t need another rock star. And I sure don’t want to be one. Frankly, I’m sick of rock stars and divas,…
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Secure the shadow …
Read MoreI am probably as addicted to reading camera and lens reviews as any photographer or “gear head.” Often, as I droll over the latest DSLR body or lens that I can’t afford, I have to remind myself that I don’t have time to use to…
