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As we observe Small Business Week, it is important to reflect on the vital contributions that small businesses make to our national economy and the fabric of our local communities. These establishments are more than just the backbone of the American economy; they embody the spirit of entrepreneurship and resilience that defines our nation.

I’m going to share a poem, though I truly hate bad poetry, at least, if it’s not great, this one is short: I have been accused of being easily amused but I contend I’m easily amazed! And I am often amazed. One thing that never fails to surprise me is when a hummingbird approaches the feeder on the front porch of my purple house.

Hmmm…evidently an often-thoughtabout and frequently asked question. Along with many other thought-provoking ones, like ‘If a baby dies, does that infant go to heaven automatically and will that child be that age for eternity?’ Others have questions such as ‘Will we be working in eternity?’ ‘If so, will it be the same kind of work we were trained to do while down here on earth?’ (I could feel the shudders of moms of two-year-olds as I typed those last two questions).

It takes great passion to overcome insurmountable obstacles in your life. When we are passionate about our desires, it becomes much easier to go above and beyond in our actions.

Ever suddenly been transported back in time by just a whiff of a lingering smell in the air? The sight of a house? A quick glimpse of a stranger’s profile who instantly reminds you of someone in your past? or the taste of a certain food that suddenly takes you back to Grandma’s kitchen.

During the Obama administration, a concerning trend emerged within the Justice Department. Settlement funds from federal lawsuits were being diverted not to victims or the U.S. Treasury, but to third-party organizations, often ideologically aligned with the administration.

Most Valuable Player (MVP). Depends upon the perspective and opinion of the person watching the game.

The goal for every team is to make the state playoffs and win the last game. Playoffs can be the best part of the season.

Seems like I am noticing a trend, and not a healthy one. As a whole, our nation is losing the ability to pronounce some words.

Election Integrity A concern of every voter is that the election process is fair, accurate, voter choices are properly recorded, and only valid registered voters are allowed to vote. This is the fundamental meaning of the term election integrity.