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It Will Never Be Forgotten

Posted on May 25, 2026 by Caryn

Many military holidays are misunderstood, celebrated incorrectly, or forgotten altogether, often becoming just another day off work. Memorial Day, for example, is seen as the start of summer, marked with picnics and parties, but in truth, it’s a day to … Continue reading →

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Elderly Crime Wave

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Caryn

In what can only be described as the strangest phenomenon, Japan has found itself in the midst of an elderly crime wave. To me that is quite shocking. As people get older, most of them become more responsible, mature, and … Continue reading →

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Redeemed From The Curse Of The Law

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Caryn

As I reflect on Resurrection Day 2025, I feel so thankful that we have been forgiven. The Bible states in Romans 8:1, “[There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the … Continue reading →

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A Heart Singing Hallelujah

Posted on March 31, 2024 by Caryn

Imagine knowing, all your life that you were destined to die for something you didn’t do…that you would actually be punished for a crime you did not commit. Over the years, there have been people who have had to do just that. Even the ones who have had to die, or even be incarcerated, Continue reading →

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A One Way Ticket Over There

Posted on May 29, 2017 by Caryn

Memorial Day…the day we set aside to remember the heroes of our wars, who paid the ultimate price for the freedoms we hold dear. The men and women who were killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor come to mind, … Continue reading →

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The Cross Was Enough

Posted on April 16, 2017 by Caryn

The older I get, the more that I know that Heaven is my true home. Never is that fact more clear, than on Resurrection Sunday, because whether we know the exact day or not, we know that it was that … Continue reading →

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Duty, Sacrifice, And Honor

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Caryn

There once was a time when things like duty, sacrifice, and honor meant something. People were thankful for the service of our armed forces, who were willing to give all to ensure the freedoms we have in this nation. Sadly, … Continue reading →

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A Matter Of Duty

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Caryn

Many men and women have served in the military over the centuries, since the United States became a nation, and in the years that we fought for our independence. The weapons they used are as varied as they are, but … Continue reading →

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He Is Risen

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Caryn

God saw that this world was doomed, because the wages of sin is eternal death and separation from Him. Still, because God is love, he made a way in which all those who would follow his plan could live even … Continue reading →

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A Phone Of Their Own

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Caryn

Bob and I had always felt that our kids didn’t really need a phone in their room, and for the early years, they didn’t have one. But, when our girls reached the pre-teen years, we decided that since the phone … Continue reading →

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