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A Christmas Theme from President Obama
Honest, Village Hiker is most definitely not a partisan organization—porno excluded, the company helps almost anyone communicate more clearly, regardless of political and social orientation. Yet, sometimes a political message of remarkable silliness deserves a quick commentary. Just before Christmas, … Continue reading
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Why Jesus As King Makes America Uncomfortable
Liberty, opportunity and responsibility are the ideals of the American spirit. When they internalize these principles, Americans develop personal, social and political allergies to title, rank and royalty. Because of this, many American Christians experience shortness of breath, stomach cramps … Continue reading
Zak Needs Bone Marrow! Is it yours?
Zak, 7, needs bone marrow to live. Is it yours? Sign up Sunday, Dec 11, 2011, 12-6 pm, Parish Episcopal School, 4101 Sigma Road, Dallas, Texas. Who is Zach? A few years ago Zach Guillot was diagnosed with leukemia. He … Continue reading
Past President of Texas SAR Dies in Dallas Suburb
James G. Robertson, Jr., a skillful genealogist, past president of the Texas Society Sons of the American Revolution, World War II veteran and former systems sales engineer for IBM died August 10, 2011 in a Plano, Texas, hospital. According to … Continue reading
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King Kong? A Slightly Misunderstood T-Shirt!
“I love that movie,” said the gal working the checkout. The electronics store was busy for a weekday evening. I had dropped in, snatched a stack of blank DVDs and was vying for a quick exit. Her comment hiccuped my … Continue reading
Can Rick Perry Practice His Faith in Public?
The governor of Texas and his prayer rally friends invited everyone to an event in Houston to seek the presence of God during troubling times. The US Constitution clearly allows this, saying “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment … Continue reading
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3:10 to Yuma
In tough economic times—and face it, times are still tough—this story reminds you about the values of trust, love and sacrifice. All of the main characters—Ben Wade, Dan Evans, William Evans, and even Alice Evans—illustrate the real conflicts we know … Continue reading
A Leucistic White Red-Tailed Hawk
Lakota first came to the attention of humans when a birds of prey rehabilitation center rescued her from starvation in the wilds of Louisiana, a southern state of the United States. Flying free after her recovery, the red-tailed hawk was … Continue reading
When an Elderly Marine Cries
The Old Marine walked in upright and loose under his WWII cap. “Good morning, sir, how may I help you?” “I need a notebook computer.” He paid for a 13-inch aluminum model. Good eyes for an older guy. He wears … Continue reading
How to Play the Cultural Sensitivity Trump Card
Suppose you are an American in Paris or a Connecticut Yankee in King Author’s Court. In a pub. Your ancestors are mostly Old World Europeans. Even with your great great grandmother’s pureblood Shawnee heritage, you are a white guy—a tiny … Continue reading
