Monthly Archives: October 2014

Harvest Me

Posted on October 28, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

Fingers and toes begin like kernels of corn and pods of peas, making the grown ones giggle and coo. I never knew any of you when the world introduced you and you were so new. God kept count of each … Continue reading →

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My Horizon

Posted on October 25, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

We go our ways, don’t we? Cut the chord, turn out the light, change direction, lock the door. Sometimes the heart skips a beat and before you know it your feet are clinging to a tightrope and your hands are … Continue reading →

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What the world needs now: Trans-parency

Posted on October 13, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

I’m one of the lucky ones; I believe that to be true. When I was a kid, growing up in a conservative, religious household, I struggled with my sexuality. It wasn’t easy, realizing that I felt differently than what I … Continue reading →

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Compassion الرحمة

Posted on October 12, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

حقا، والله هو الرحيم ومغرم الرحمة، وقال انه يعطي لالرأفة وما لا يعطي على قاسية “Verily, God is Compassionate and is fond of compassion, and He gives to the compassionate what He does not give to the harsh.” Do they … Continue reading →

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Default: Judgement Rendered

Posted on October 7, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

Gay Marriage. So, the US Supreme Court denies a couple of appeals and makes a few million dreams come true. Thank you.

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The Camel and the Marlboro Man

Posted on October 1, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

When my friends and I started smoking – in our teens in the 70’s – cigarette smoke was everywhere. Elevators, hospitals, restaurants, grocery stores, workplaces, you name it. My mother smoked through 4 pregnancies. I remember Sunday drives with both … Continue reading →

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