Tag Archives: Lack

Thought For the Day: The Fascist Left Regularly Typifies the Very Qualities It Professes To Abhor. The Only Thing More Pronounced Than Its Totalitarianism Is Stunning Lack of Self-Awareness

Posted on September 21, 2020 by alohapromisesforever

“The fascist left regularly typifies the very qualities it professes to abhor. The only thing more pronounced than its totalitarianism is its stunning lack of self-awareness.” – David Limbaugh

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On the 1619 Project

Posted on May 5, 2020 by alohapromisesforever

An ahistorical work that seeks to repudiate the founding principles of America won the Pulitzer Prize today. In my eyes, all luster is now gone to both the Nobel prizes and the Pulitzer with this move. It’s not … Continue reading →

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Sunshine On A Rainy Day

Posted on April 26, 2020 by alohapromisesforever

Day 26th of NaPoWriMo/GloPoWriMo and the optional prompt is to write an almanac poem using: Almanac Questionnaire Weather: Rainy Day Flora: Marsh Roses Architecture: Limestone Customs: Pork Tenderloin Mammals/reptiles/fish: Sandhill Cranes Childhood dream: Becoming the president Found on … Continue reading →

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Thoughts On Found Gratitude

Posted on January 8, 2020 by alohapromisesforever

Recently, I have found new reasons to smile and find cheerfulness. In my growing moments of gratitude, it seems that maybe it’s time for heartfelt inventory of the good things in my life – past and present. Thoughts On Found … Continue reading →

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Thought For the Day: God’s Hands Formed You and Me To Be the Persons That We Are

Posted on November 20, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

“Just think, you’re here not by chance, but by God’s choosing. His hand formed you and made you the person you are. He compares you to no one else – You are one of a kind. You lack nothing that … Continue reading →

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Disintegration Apology

Posted on June 9, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

As God reminds me often, I am indeed a work in progress. I do my best to be a good or at least decent man. But, I am fairly flawed, right? Disintegration Apology by Michael Romani In the midst of … Continue reading →

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First Principles: Practical Planning Should Occur On A Local Level To Best Meet Local Needs

Posted on February 1, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

“Were we directed from Washington when to sow, and when to reap, we should soon want bread.” – Thomas Jefferson (1821)

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Darkness In Sight

Posted on January 6, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

In the end times, there will be shadows that walk among us whose sight will inspire fear, hopelessness and much darkness by their mere sight. Are you ready to take this test and come out alright? I hope so. … Continue reading →

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Role of Repentance

Posted on September 16, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Based in part on Psalms 103 Role of Repentance by Michael Romani Positive and ever uplifting Moral ground never shifting Coming to God’s full acceptance And willing to undergo repentance Finding my way away from sin Learning Jesus is indeed my … Continue reading →

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Thought For the Day: Those Who Cannot Achieve In Freedom, Clamor For Power

Posted on January 17, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

“Those who lack the capacity to achieve much in an atmosphere of freedom will clamor for power.” – Eric Hoffer (1902-1983)

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