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Psalm 1: Blessed to stand with the righteous

Psalm 1King James Version

1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.

2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.

3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.

4 The ungodly are not so: but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away.

5 Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous.

6 For the Lord knoweth the way of the righteous: but the way of the ungodly shall perish.

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Memorial Day 2025

We pause on Memorial Day to honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country by dieing for the freedom that we now enjoy. As the song by Billy Ray Cyrus states, “All gave some, some gave all.” Thank you to all military and veterans, and the families of those who died for our country.

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Happy Birthday (to me) 2025

Today I celebrate my 51st birthday. It doesn’t seem like 5 minutes ago that I was celebrating my 40th birthday, and it only seems like weeks since I celebrated my 30th birthday. They say that time flies when you are having fun. I can tell you that there are times that I have had fun, and there are times that have been very hard, but with God’s help and my beautiful wife by my side, there isn’t anything that I am afraid of facing.

Since my last birthday, I have had my gall bladdar removed (which hurt a lot), found a job (it is harder to work retail than it was when I was young), and saw my son celebrate his 19th birthday (where has the time gone). I look in the mirror and see the same face that I have always seen, just with a lot more gray hairs than I used to have.

So, what do I want to accomplish in the year to come. I would love to see me lose some weight, eat healthier, and get at least one book published. I want to grow more in the Lord, and I want to take the time to love my wife more.

So, while I pause to celebrate another trip around the sun, I hope that there are many more trips to come. I am truly blessed, and I know that I am. Thanks God for another birthday!

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I love Peeps Marshmallow Candies!

Just Born Inc. is a candy manufacturer based in Pennsylvania. Their most well-known iconic brand is Peeps Marshmallow Candy.

Everyone is familiar with Peeps. Those beautiful marshmallow bunnies and chicks in purple, blue, pink, and yellow are everywhere at Easter.

But, did you know that there are multiple flavors available of Peeps? Some additions to the lineup include: Dr. Pepper Peeps, Sour Watermelon Peeps, Bryers Cookies and Cream Peeps, Cotton Candy Peeps, Cinnamon Churro Peeps, and Birthday Cake Peeps.

What is my favorite flavor? I love them all. If I had my wish, these amazing marshmallow candies would be available year round. Choose a flavor–any flavor–and you will enjoy the taste of these amazing candies.

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Celebrating Our Veterans 2024

Today is Veteran’s Day! Today we thank and honor the veterans that fought for our country, whether they served in wartime or during peace. Their sacrifices and the sacrifices of their families have kept our country free.

So, be sure to thank a veteran today (or even more than one, if possible). Let them know that you appreciate their service to our country. Hold the door for them, maybe even pay their tab at the local cafe. If your community has a celebration or parade, try to go if you can. Together we will honor our veterans and make Veterans’ Day 2024 special for them.

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Oliver Anthony Music

There is a grassroots country artist who has took social media and the world by storm over the last year. His name is Christopher Anthony Lunsford, and he records under the name Oliver Anthony Music.

Chris, or Oliver, went viral when the Radio WV YouTube channel released a video of him singing “Rich Men North of Richmond,” a song that catalogs what is wrong with the political landscape today on both sides of the aisle. This song went to #1 on BIllboard the first week it launched, being the first new artist recording to do so ever.

Chris has released a whole album of his songs, which champion the common working class. He is also currently in tour around the world, with multiple stops here in the U.S. This is quite an accomplishment for the former factory worker from Farmville, Virginia. He always reads the Bible at his shows, which I am so thankful for the fact that he demonstrates his faith in God.

Listen to his music on YouTube or other music streaming platforms, and attend a concert. I believe that you will not be disappointed.

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Memorial Day 2024

Today is Memorial Day, May 27, 2024. Some people consider this to be the first day of Summer, some a somber reminder of those we have lost, and to others a reminder to appreciate those who have given all to protect the freedom that we enjoy.

My first goal for today is to remember all the soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country by dieing while serving our country. For those soldiers, freedom’s price was their lives, and their blood flowed so that we might be free to enjoy time with our families on a holiday. Thanks to the families and friends of those who sacrificed their lives for our country, and God bless America!

I also want to take time to remember family members that we have lost. My grandparents who raised me, the uncles and aunts we would visit every summer, and many other family members, too numerous to count. I know that I will see them some day, but for now, the best I can do is to visit their grave.

So, I believe that it is also a good time to spend time with family and friends. Just remember that while you are celebrating, to take time to remember those who paid for that freedom that you enjoy. Happy Memorial Day, from my family to yours.