Daniel Inouye Quotes

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Americanism is not a matter of skin or color.

Democracy is an imperfect concept slowly seeking perfection.

Daniel Inouye (1924-2012) served the people of the United States and the state of Hawaii as a Captain in the U.S. Army during World War II.  This highly decorated veteran received the Medal of Honor and Purple Heart.  He served in the U.S. Senate from 1963 to 2012.

From My Journal (12/8)

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Our hope rises in direction proportion to the level of our faith in God.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you or adding so much to my journal.

(Updated December 8)

From My Journal (12/7)

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Wintertime’s playfulness discovers ways to bring children together.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you or adding so much to my journal.

(Updated December 7)

Mandell Creighton Quotes

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The real object of education is to leave a man in the condition of continually asking questions.

The desire of every man to have his own way becomes all the stronger when he knows that his way is a good way.

Mandell Creighton (1843-1901) was a British historian as well as a bishop in the Church of England.

From My Journal (12/6)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When our actions, words, and thoughts bring glory to God, He witnesses our humbleness.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you or adding so much to my journal.

(Updated December 6)

Max Lucado Quote

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We exist to exhibit God, to display His glory.  We serve as canvases for His brush stroke, papers for His pen, soil for His seeds, glimpses of His image.

From Romans 11:36:  “For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things.  To Him be the glory forever.  Amen.”

Witnessing Joy (Haiku Series #256)

Heartfelt Words

Rescinding harsh tongue

Letting kindness step forward—

Spoken thoughts matter

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Appreciation

Always one by one

Each day shares discoveries—

Lifetime of blessings

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Making a Difference

Overcoming noise

Words beautiful and caring—

Inner peace colors

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From My Journal (12/5)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

During winter’s grayness, I wait for spring’s eventual return when the colors and songbirds begin to herald its arrival.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you or adding so much to my journal.

(Updated December 5)

Christy Ann Martine Quotes

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Happiness lives inside of the smallest moments.

Keep searching for the colors when everything turns gray.

Christy Ann Martine (born 1972) is a Canadian writer who shares poetry and short stories.  

From My Journal (12/4)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Many devotionals use 1-2 verses of Scripture in their quest to fulfill a reader’s desire to study God’s Word.  Try making it a point to read more of the surrounding verses, which will enrich one with greater Biblical understanding and perspective.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you or adding so much to my journal.

(Updated December 4)