Balm in Gilead Easter Reflections by Ginger Stripling
The reader reflects on the biblical phrase balm in Gilead from Jeremiah 8 22 and its literary uses in Poe The Raven the Spitfire Grill and a gospel hymn. It contrasts spiritual healing through Jesus with secular remedies and ties to Easter hope. Ginger Stripling of Mont Belvieu Baytown offers personal meditation on healing, sin sick souls, and divine balm.
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Dream or Nightmare: A Wakeup for Voters
A reader asks if a waking moment was a dream or nightmare about U S politics. They claim voter fraud, high unemployment, and large debt, then call for centrist leadership and a return to normalcy with Kasich and Hillary referenced as examples. The tone negotiates political fatigue and calls for centrism.
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This Day in History Highlights From 1765 to 2016
On this date events span 1765 Stamp Act passage and resistance by colonies, 1894 Montreal wins first Stanley Cup, 1929 Coast Guard sinks Canadi an schooner I m Alone, 1933 wine and beer legalized up to 3.2 percent, 1963 Beatles debut album, 1976 Star Wars filming starts in Tunisia, plus a 2015 CIA remark on Iran’s Quds Force and a Thought for Today about happiness.
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Stage of life: the last parent loss and adult orphanhood
A personal meditation on becoming an adult orphan after losing the final parent. The author reflects on the loss of parental safety nets, the shift to self reliance, and the challenge of navigating life without unconditional guidance. JoAn Martin, a retired teacher and novelist, offers perspective on preparation for children facing life without parents.
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Cruz, Graham clash over Trump clash and Kasich path
Texas politicians spar over Ted Cruz and Donald Trump at a Washington dinner. Lindsey Graham jokes about killing Cruz, then backs him to stop Trump, while Dan Patrick vows to back Cruz if needed. Other Republicans split on Kasich, abortion rights, and 2016 strategy with Planned Parenthood leader Cecile Richards warning of GOP risks.
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