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Tag Archives: courage
Dedicated to those in the Darkness
To those who are in dark, cold, and fear-filled places, I offer and dedicate this poem: Broken Promise An unopened bud A leaf left unfurled A loss of great beauty To a beckoning world Withered by fear From memories and … Continue reading
Heroes​ Come in All Ages
A quick-thinking nineteen-year-old crane operator saves fourteen people from a burning building. Hero With love, Russ Story source: Leo @ Not All News is Bad Photo credit: Mohamed Nohassi via Unsplash.com
Thank You
Thank you to all who put themselves in harm’s way to protect others, and thank you to their families for the sacrifices made so others can remain safe and free. With Love from a Grateful Man, Russ
The Royalty of Loyalty
What a wonderful story of the loyalty of a dog during the Northern California fires. Odin’s loyalty was tested by fire With Love, Russ
Posted in Animals, Courage, Dogs & Other Wonderful Creatures, Uncategorized
Tagged animals, courage, dogs, Loyalty, Odin
8 Comments
Caring and Courage
I still care greatly what friends and family in particular think of me, but do what I do anyway. I believe it’s a bit like being afraid but not letting fear control my life. I acknowledge it’s there and most … Continue reading
Posted in Courage, Family, Fear, Focus, Friendship, Uncategorized
Tagged courage, Family, fear, focus, friends
7 Comments
Fear, Sour Grapes, Shrinking, & Growing
I’ve too often let fear keep me from doing things I’ve wanted to do. Or perhaps I just just didn’t want to do those things badly enough (though that sounds a bit like “sour grapes” rationalizing to me.) In more … Continue reading
Posted in Aging, Courage, Fear, Growth/Learning, perspective, Uncategorized
Tagged aging, courage, fear, growth, perspective
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A Quote from a Book I’m Reading
“It is good to say that you are afraid,” Sakim said. “It is not good to be too bold. A little fear makes a man think. It is better to be a little afraid and yet do what has to … Continue reading
Posted in Courage, Fear, Quotos, Uncategorized
Tagged courage, fear, Louis L'Amour, quote, Sackett's Land
2 Comments
Dream So Big Your Fear Can’t Stop You
The thought that came to mind when I read the article linked below is what I used for the title of my post. Dream So Big Your Fear Can’t Stop You With Love, Russ
Posted in Courage, Dreams, Fear, Following Your Passion, Passion, Uncategorized
Tagged courage, dreams, fear, passion
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High Stakes
Please keep speaking your truth from your heart. Over time, you’ll find yourself increasingly surrounded by those who do the same. It’s a gift that keeps on giving. There will sometimes be pain for whole-heartedly living life this way but … Continue reading
Posted in Choices, Heart, Listening to the Whispers of the Heart, Truth, Uncategorized
Tagged choices, consequences, courage, Love, truth
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In the Fiery Forge of Fear
It is in the fiery forge of fear that one is often tempered with wisdom, our mettle is tested, and metal is strengthened. With Love, Russ