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Colleen 12/19/2014 – Rage Against the Machine

19 December 2014 I had planned to write about Christmas and how my lack of faith plays out during the holidays each year. I had planned something sentimental and soaring and sweet. But now I can’t do it. I am … Continue reading

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Colleen 12/16/2014 – Play Nice!

16 December 2014 That damn Cozy Coupe pickup truck…how the boys all coveted it from the moment we dragged it out of the box. It belonged to our nonprofit indoor playgroup and resided in the church basement we rented for … Continue reading

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Colleen 12/12/2014 – Rock Paper Scissors

12 December 2014 Your dad and his brothers used to have a routine where they stood around with beers in one hand and played Rock Paper Scissors. Their version involved plenty of posturing, threats, and explosive man-giggling. Fists swung to … Continue reading

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Mary 12/11/2014 – An Invisible Mother

December 11, 2014 Whether you’re married, single, struggling, or cohabitating, motherhood is a difficult task filled with trials and celebrations. Motherhood isn’t for everyone, but to her children a mother is something special. I am a mother first and foremost, … Continue reading

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Shani Beard 12/7/2014 – Remember their Intentions

This week’s guest writer is Shani Beard. Shani is originally from Houston, Texas and has lived in Little Rock, Arkansas for 10 years. She has been married for 25 years and has 3 children. She stayed home with the kids … Continue reading

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Colleen 12/5/2014 – The Arrogance of Fixers

5 December 2014 Dear Colleen, One of the many appealing aspects of your friendship with Elaina is the opportunity to engage in lively philosophical discussions. Last night she asked about your next-door neighbor who, despite a stellar attendance record and … Continue reading

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Sigurd 11/25/2014 — Rocks and Shoals

Tuesday 25 November 2014 Sig, life is not an empty chair in an empty room, and we are not tilting wind mills. I know pain darkens our day. But we push back hard, and often, we win. Yesterday, with Grecy … Continue reading

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Elaina 11/24/2014 — Living Life on Purpose

November 24th, 2014 If only I had realized a long time ago that I didn’t have to agree with people to be loved. I wish I could have had a different opinion without apologizing for my belief. Mostly, I wish … Continue reading

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Colleen 11/21/2014 — Theology

21 November 2014 Dear Colleen, You spent some time discussing theology with Elaina this week, so why not tackle your own personal take on the subject? For starters, you liked her idea of a universal energy flow. You can relate … Continue reading

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Colleen 11/14/2014 – Girl Power

14 November 2014 Dear Colleen, “I finished my second novel today,” you said. “Now all it needs is a date with the editor.” He leaned forward with interest. “Hey, that’s terrific. Give me a synopsis of them, why don’t you?” … Continue reading

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