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As I journey through this part of my life I have discovered my next mountain. The key is to be the me I want to be in the world, as my gift back to God.-
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Tag Archives: taxes
Sometimes There is Just Too Much Muchness
For tutors this is a busy time of year. No Child Left Behind Tests (Called AIMS in AZ) are in progress. Finals loom on the horizon in about 6 weeks. My current students are hard at work, and I am … Continue reading
Do-be-do-be-do
Begin to be now what you will be hereafter. William James. Don’t you just love that quote? In the midst of the chaos I am in this week [aka working on taxes plus tutoring] it keeps me centered. I must begin … Continue reading
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Tagged angry about taxes, clutter, finances, Romper Room, Sinatra, taxes
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My Chains Are Gone
There is a fabulous version of Amazing Grace that adds new lyrics, folded in with some of the old. I have to say, that it moves me incredibly. In this, Holy Week, I am increasingly cognizant of the fact that … Continue reading
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Tagged Amazing Grace, inspiration, Life, My chains are gone, taxes
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What is the best way to tax people? Daily Post topic #284
What is the best way to tax people?. Here is the thing. I do not think we are EVER going to all agree with how we should be taxed, who should be taxed, and at wht rate. I do believe … Continue reading