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This is a piece that I wrote some time ago, expressing my definition of the spirit of joy, as it relates to our daily lives. Many in my circle have continually encouraged me to write more often, and to interact with others who share the same interest. I've always been sort of uncomfortable sharing my work. But I've grown to understand that iron sharpens iron. Thus, I'm opened to the opionions of my fellow writers, to help me take this craft to the next level.

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I have edited this piece to include some helpful comments from reviewers. This is solely my opinion. I do not pretend to be an expert in religions. I do however have some experience in teaching CCD and in raising seven children. My hope is that this work may cause reflection and discussion. Assuming one accepts God exists, then there can only be one.

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This work is an attempt to explore the emotions and questions that arise from human tragedy. It raises the questions, but not the answers. While the questions raised are specific to a situation, similar questions are eventually asked by all. //God is defined in the broadest sense--and I hope it causes thoughtful introspection only. There is also a bit of "Eastern Philosophy" in this, as we are all affected by our experiences--and I spent 19 years in Japan and four of my seven children were born there.// A thought to consider; mustn't God loves us all?(regardless of our specific religion, or lack thereof). This is the first in a the first in a series of poems designed to provoke thought.

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Is this generic? I am exploring religion and trying to figure out what I think. This is one of the darker ones.

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I went to a workshop, and meet this young woman. She is from Puerto Rice and has not yet master English Writing skills. As I was sitting in the workshop feeling out of place I began to wonder where I belonged. Then we were given an assignment to write an outline for our essays. I noticed right away the young woman seemed to be having difficulty getting started. Something that seems so natural to me as a writer is rather difficult for her. I asked if I could help, and she said yes, please. I asked her a few questions to help her get started then about 1/2 way through the outline she suddenly took off and ran with the assignment. The workshop was on service learning. When I walked in the door I had no idea what I was up for. By the end I had received much more than I had given.

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Mixed feelings about religion and nature clash in a short poem interweaving symbols of the cross and the seasons (among others). A reworked version that addresses some of the previous comments and is a lot less ambiguous and truer to my original intent. Any and all comments welcome.

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Revised: The first four chapters have been revised taking reviews into consideration. Also, the original Chapter 3 is now Chapter 2, while 4 is 3, and 2 has the 4 slot - all of which will effect the attached reviews. Does the shuffling help or hinder? This novel is set within an orphanage in North Carolina during the mid fifties and sixties. Though it is basically true, the characters are composite and the time lines may be occasionally altered with some literary license thrown into the mix. I am looking for ANYTHING which might improve the readability, especially with regards to characters, dialogue, description, etc. Thanks!

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This piece is presented solely to encourage thought. The questions asked-I suspect, have been asked since the emergence of conscience, thinking mankind. Obviously there are no definitive answers to these questions. However, as death is truly the only inevitable, universal experience that all creation experiences, perhaps it's worth asking these and many other questions. If nothing else realizing that your questions are shared is of value, isn't it? At least that is the motivation that prompted this poem. It is the last in a series of five poems that started with 'Why God?'

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I don't know how to do this without giving too much away. A man loses everything, including his faith in God. His sister is there, never waning, to help him. His life changes and if you believe him...so could yours. There, how's that for a hook.

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Second Chapter of now published novel 42. The protagonist has recently passed, and now is in a bar with God, a God that strangely looks like Bill Murray. As of this chapter, he is married to the Virgin Mary with whom he had Jesus with.

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Redemption, Arkansas is a small country town where things aren't always what they seem and the people never are...

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We all know pigs are smart. What we do not know is that one particular pig can talk.

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If we dare to dream big dreams the sky is the limit. If we choose to dream small dreams the sky is the limit. Eternity/sky awaits and welcomes us all in the end.

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Sometimes, it takes a child's faith to get an answer from God. Sometimes, it takes a child's love to go around the world. Sometimes, It takes a child's heart to bring peace. Sometimes, it takes one moment in time to change people's hearts. Sometimes, it takes a mustard seed to change the mountains of the world.

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