Monthly Archives: December 2009

COMPASSION

If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. As human beings we all want to be happy and free from misery. We have learned that the key to happiness is inner … Continue reading

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Antique Postcards ~ Merry Christmas Parsons

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Antique Postcards ~ The Wise Men

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Antique Postcards ~ Merry XMAS 1918 Parsons Kansas

In 1918, over 16,000 people lived here in Parsons.

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A WAR PRAYER by Mark Twain

This is considered a long story (10 minutes) in this age of twitter, Facebook, and instant messaging. Even though this is an old TV clip, it could possibly be the best 10 minutes you spend today.

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In The Hall Of The Mountain King

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Pretty Good Movies ~ The Mission

Since this is the season of Advent, and we always think of “Peace on earth, good-will towards men” during this season, I think this movie would be quite timely.  The Mission, released in 1986, stars Robert Deniro and Jeremy Irons. Deniro … Continue reading

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Antique Postcards ~ A Joyous Christmas 1924, Parsons Kansas

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Antique Postcards ~ Christmas Greetings 1912

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Antique Postcards ~ A Happy Christmas 1912

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