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by Andy Corbley Good News Network In a Louisiana state penitentiary, incarcerated men were able to dance with their daughters for one special night: many of whom had not seen each other for years. The tear-jerking occasion was organized by God Behind Bars, a nonprofit that partners with churches and ministries on behalf …
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by Dictionary Scoop Poetry is as diverse as the individuals who write it—from short, playful rhymes to long, heartfelt verses, with some forms following strict rules and others allowing complete freedom. This wide variety enables poets from all walks of life to express themselves in unique ways. Take a look at the following …
by Kevin Burton My tribute to the late Eric Carmen continues today with a closer look at The Raspberries’ rocking masterpiece, “Go All The Way.” Carmen died in his sleep last weekend at age 74 according to his wife Amy. His songs, including “No Hard Feelings” and “Boats Against The Current,” which we …
by Kevin Burton OK guys, Valentine’s Day is coming. This gift from me to you, for use in your valentine’s messages, comes with a warning label. This is a list of words that mean “beautiful,” supplied by our friends at Merriam-Webster. Some of these words don’t sound very complimentary though. Wade through them …
by Kevin Burton What can I say about the morning that poets through the centuries haven’t already said, much better than I can? And what could I tell you about the morning that you don’t already hold in your innermost heart? Answer to both: nothing. With our heads, we know that …
by Kevin Burton Last Friday I presented some of the words about thinking compiled by Merriam-Webster. Today I bring you the rest of their list. Call this overthinking if you like. It wouldn’t be my first visit to that particular boulevard. Whereas all the words I included Friday are useful, most of …
by Kevin Burton Bronco Nation, sarcasm becomes you. The new NFL season is underway, in case you hadn’t noticed. One team, the Denver Broncos, could have used a little more pre-season practice, not just for its players but for its coaching staff. Denver blew a quite winnable game last Monday at …
by Kevin Burton God’s grace is truly amazing. But what does it look like in everyday life? Here is a poem, written by an anonymous elementary school teacher, that paints us a great picture: A New Sheet He came to my desk with a quivering lip the lesson was done“Have you a new …
by Kevin Burton Little darling, welcome to sunshine. Welcome to new beginnings. We have breaking news on Page 7 today and it’s news you can use: In the northern hemisphere, spring begins tomorrow at 10:33 a.m. Central Time USA. You might be in church at that time, so you can let your …
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by Kevin Burton In college, I was the guy arguing that rock and roll is poetry. I was probably saying it is the real poetry. No, not the “Shake Your Booty,” kind of rock. We’re talking the “Sounds of Silence” or “Both Sides Now,” that kind. Real poetry, as opposed to someone …
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