Kip’s Comments - November 2, 2023

Each of Us is an Author - Let’s Change the Story

While reviewing random flame images recently made, a recurring theme came to mind. Take a look at this first image.

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Do you suppose this may be a symbolic view of our earth when seen from far away? From the world level to the local level there are deep dark chasms. Countries attack countries, political parties fight outsiders and insiders and nothing gets done, citizens attack others for beliefs or lack of understandings or “just because.” Are the flames of hades present and we are not seeing or feeling them?

What must happen for the flames to subside? Is it possible? My answer is “maybe” - if enough of us want it. But how do we get from the flames to the garden again?

One word - “respect” or one saying “treat others as you want to be treated” come to mind. Whether we are Bible believers or not, mutual respect is appreciated and required. Can we all show a little more respect? Can we all treat others as we want to be treated? Yes - we can, even if it is best to walk away. Differences happen, but respect can still dominate. Soon, a transition will begin. Someday maybe the smoke and flames will be replaced by fog and quiet…maybe someday.

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As the pages of our current history are viewed, let’s hope the authors of our story include more than the burning strife that seems to dominate today. Let’s all work together to write a different chapter. Each of us is an author. Each of us controls our story. Let’s change the story.