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My Mailbox Achievement

May 21, 2023April 23, 2023 by Darryl S. Duke

“I don’t mean to brag, but. I’ve walked up to a mailbox with letters in one hand, and my cell phone in the other, and didn’t mail my cell phone”

Teaching Self-Love

February 27, 2023February 26, 2023 by Darryl S. Duke

“Teachers aren’t teaching kids how to be gay. They are teaching them that it’s OK to be who you are and that we should learn to love ourselves. Lack of self-love is a problem in this country. There is an epidemic of insecurity among the people. It may appear that an agenda is being pushed … Read more

Expect Respect

October 9, 2022October 8, 2022 by Darryl S. Duke

“We should never ‘demand’ respect from anyone. But it’s OK to ask for it and expect it when deserving.”

My Love Is On Display

October 8, 2022October 2, 2022 by Darryl S. Duke

“It can be difficult to convince some people that we love them. Sure we can keep saying it. But displays of love can be a better way to show it. We just need not be afraid to show it. And to try to be an example of someone who has learned to love themselves.”

Wow That’s Hot

July 24, 2022July 23, 2022 by Darryl S. Duke

“Wow, was it hot today! It only took a few seconds before I started sweating while watering my wife’s flowers for her. And that was inside with the AC on”

My Two Kinds Of Joy

December 27, 2021December 26, 2021 by Darryl S. Duke

Of all the things I’ve achieved in life that still brings me good feelings. (Out of modesty, I won’t list them all here.) Nothing compares to the wonderful feelings that having grandchildren bring. Of course, having children in my life brings me joy. Well…most days anyway. But having grandchildren has given me a new kind … Read more