Much of our thinking revolves around a work and reward system. If I work hard, I’m rewarded. If I don’t work hard, I deal with the consequences. We generally believe the work/reward system governs life – or should. If the…
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Posted in 7th Mansions - Chapter 4
Posted in 7th Mansions - Chapter 4
The Trial of Praise
You will tell me that there are also those who speak well of one. But oh, daughters, how few there are who believe the good things they say by comparison with the many who dislike us! In any case, to…
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Posted in 6th Mansions - Chapter 1
Posted in 6th Mansions - Chapter 1
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Teresa of Avila Turns 500 
“The Fool” and Social Media
The lips of the wise spread knowledge; not so the mind of fools. (Proverbs 15.7) The mind of one who has understanding seeks knowledge, but the mouths of fools feed on folly. (15.14) Lately I’ve been thinking about our daughter…
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