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Trench in The Sand

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  This week has been an interesting one for me. As I've been writing this I've had this overwhelming feeling that it's time to stand, that the fight is coming..........and what do you know Sunday morning I receive this email at work basically saying they will mandate the vaccine, which I responded to of course. Lately, I have felt myself hardening toward the world.......NOT hate in any sense of the term "harden", nor is my heart hard.  My heart has been saddened by the world, by people........but is soft, or compassionate toward those suffering the terrors and destruction of mind, body, and soul!  As our world successfully becomes immunized with fear, I'm here to suggest we immunize ourselves with courage in the coming days, weeks, and months.  I'm reminded of my past experiences that have led to this moment as I listen to some of my favorite people.  Thank you Bryan Hyde, Kate Dalley, and Barry Brownstein for helping me find courage and to rediscover the

Could You Imagine.......?

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 I love baking and if I had my own business it would be a bakery!  Could you imagine that I start my own bakery where I would make and sell items like French macarons, sugar candies, cake pops, cream puffs, trifle, pies, cookies, cupcakes, donuts, and pastries.  I would NOT provide services like making wedding cakes or personalized party cakes and treats.  I would simply make goods in my bakery and sell them directly to customers. What you see is what you get!  Upon arriving to purchase some sweet treats I give you a survey.  This survey has to be completed before any transaction can take place.......Not only that, but I would decide what you could buy, if anything, based on your answers.  The questions could include, but are not limited to....... What's your email address? What's your phone number? What's your address? Do you have any allergies? If so, what are they? Do you have any sensitivities? If so, what are they? Do you have any aversions or preferences?  Tell me abo