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Compliments of Vaguely Artistic via Flickr

Sometimes we’re confronted with what we know doesn’t ring true. I’m sure all of ushave had encounters that caused us to reassess the other party. This typically happens when correspondence tips the scale from complimentary to ingratiating – and many times, for no apparent reason. Ulterior motives are hard to conceal for the clumsy -and for those who are self-serving, but who lackrequisite polish. Turn the page…

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Compliments of Tolka Rover via Flickr

Sixty five years – don’t they go by in a blink. Meet Joe Black

Our time on earth is limited – but you’d never guess that by theway some people live. Although advancements in gene therapy and cryogenics attempt to lengthen our lifespan,there’s no denyingthat our most precious resource is in short supply. This fact was broughtto my attention by the death of a dear friend, and the demise of a beloved colleague. After the twin towers collapsed, an onlooker commented, “I’m not going to do anything I don’t want to do.” Turn the page…

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