Tag Archives: Dignity

First Principles: Happiness and Dignity Rest On Virtue

“The happiness and dignity of man I admit consists in the practice of private virtues, and to this he is stimulated by the rewards promised to such conduct. In this he acts for himself, and with a view of promoting … Continue reading →

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The Last Flight

Based on a story about second chances and in which a coward lives a hero’s legacy: The Last Flight by Michael Romani In this story of recompense and second chance Second Lieutenant Becker escapes aerial combat over France Taking refuge … Continue reading →

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Got No Time

Day 21 of the writing challenge is revolves on the idea of writing a poem based on something we have overheard in passing.  Today, I overheard a mother being dismissive because she had no time for the way her child … Continue reading →

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