A few days ago, I went to town to run some errands. And as is the norm, I expected to have difficulty finding parking. Nevertheless, I prayed and hoped that this would not be the case on this day. Thankfully, I soon found a spot. And I went about to do my business. Upon returning […]
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With a long history in computing, I’ve had my share of heartbreaks from losing data, whether due to a power outage, a drive malfunction, or just failing to save documents in time. To avoid losing data on a phone or computer, it is necessary to save it in a long-term storage location, whether on the
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A few days ago, my wife and I entered a store, and we chuckled as we observed a sight we had seen many times before – a man comfortably seated on furniture for sale, reading a book. We presumed, and I believe with great accuracy, that he was waiting for his wife while she shopped
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A few days ago, as I was preparing for travel, an unexpected opportunity arose to change my flight itinerary. This was a welcome change because of more convenient flight times and a layover city that allowed for a visit with family and friends. As I pondered the blessings afforded by this sequence of events, I
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Being a handyman has never been my forte. However, some household tasks require learning how to handle them to avoid unnecessary expense and inconvenience. One of those tasks is unclogging pipes when the water doesn’t flow out of the sinks the way it should. Over time, soap scum, hair, and residue build up and inhibit
The sport of competitive running has been around for centuries, beginning in Ancient Greece in 776 B.C. It began with sprints, and then later on, marathons were added. Since that time, sprint races have attracted even more anticipation and hype. This is due to the prestige of being labeled the world’s fastest male or female.
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On your mark. Set. Go! From childhood to adulthood, these words are echoed in backyards, neighborhood streets, playgrounds, and athletic stadiums as runners wait in anticipation of the word ‘Go’ before bolting to gain supremacy as the fastest. While the stakes are naturally higher for professional athletes striving for glory, fame, and money, the effect
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During my early childhood years, my sister and I had some interesting sibling encounters. But when it comes to averting danger, one experience stands out. As the older brother, I was often held responsible when things went wrong and ‘encouraged’ to be the example for the younger ones to follow. Well, one day, my parents
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During my time as a cadet, we had night excursions where designated squads engaged in mock battles. Moving and operating undetected was paramount to gaining an advantage over the enemy. The best-laid plans became useless if the opponent detected them at an inopportune time. This meant that you had to be able to function in
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Farming is not my forte. However, I grew up with a dad for whom farming was not only a lifeline but a hobby. As a result, I observed a particular mindset when it comes to gardening that applies to life in general. It is always to sow with expectation to reap. It didn’t matter whether
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