Memories

Memorial Day Unity

In a small town nestled by the shimmering lake, Memorial Day was approaching. The town had a unique tradition to honor their fallen heroes, a tradition that had been passed down through generations. On the eve of Memorial Day, families gathered at the town’s central park, where a majestic oak …

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Garden of Heroes

In a small town nestled among rolling green hills, there lived a close-knit community. Every year, as the month of May rolled in, they eagerly prepared for Memorial Day, a day to honor and remember their fallen heroes who had sacrificed their lives for their country. This year, however, the …

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The Worst Sinner I Know

Birthday Card with Psalm 20:4

I awoke this morning, remembering that it was my step-mother’s birthday. The woman, my father divorced my mom to marry, after twenty-six years. She was my mom’s best friend and business partner. They were like sisters. We were all shell-shocked when it happened, never to be the same again. But, …

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10 Things to Remember About Memorial Day

Graves at Arlington Cemetary

BY DAVID HOLZEL  MAY 20, 2019 (UPDATED: MAY 19, 2020) Memorial Day is much more than just a three-day weekend and a chance to get the year’s first sunburn. It’s a time to remember the men and women who sacrificed their lives for their country. Here are some facts to give …

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50th Anniversary Celebration

Anniversary dinner table

“Happy Anniversary Mom and Dad,” gushed son number one. ‘Sorry I’m running late. I had an emergency at the hospital with a patient, you know how it is, and I didn’t have time to get you a gift.”  “Not to worry,” said the father. “The important thing is that we’re …

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