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The encouraged and the unique for unlikely treasure
The encouraged and the unique for unlikely treasure Encouragement is one of the most useful tools a parent can have. However, it is easy to overlook. Ask any parent of a preteen how they manage, and patience will likely be the answer. Take this one step further, and ask a parent of a teenager how…
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The retrieval of Jupiter’s heart – Monopoly
The retrieval of Jupiter’s heart – Monopoly Benjamin sits across from Mr. Stephens and tries to follow along. The two hired henchmen are hovering near the door that leads to the factory. Benjamin and Mr. Stephens are sitting across from one another. They are at a desk. So far Benjamin has heard all about the…
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Dreams artificial love for truth
Dreams artificial love for truth (Chapter One for this story, Dreams artificial love for truth, is titled My love artificial and can be found in this link: click here to read.) The timing was not ideal. Furthermore the end of the class would be soon. Dylan checks his watch. Then he quickly looks away. What…
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Larry and the too good job offer
Larry and the too good job offer It was late afternoon by the time Larry reached the bus stop. Within minutes he learned the bus would be delayed by an hour. However it wasn’t much of a setback. Larry hadn’t been on a bus in years. He supposed he could wait a little while longer.…
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Treasure map and the great Butterbeans
Treasure map and the great Butterbeans The Bar K ranch was established in the early 1800s. Emily Kate’s great, great grandfather built the Bar K ranch in 1807. It remained in the family all the way to Emily Kate, who is also the current owner. In fact, she has been the owner for almost a…
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The Landing Zone and love
The Landing Zone and love There isn’t another soul around, when he arrives. It’s night, and he’s alone. Looking around is strange, he has new eyes now. Then he takes a few steps forward and discovers he has new legs too. What a strange and odd feeling. A thought of her crosses his mind, and…
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The keys to the better things
The keys to the better things The sounds are melodious, and every ear is attuned. The ones who are passing by, now stop and take pause. They tilt their heads slightly, as though hearing something keenly interesting. Then a look of calm, fills the face, and they smile. Chip Aliston sees this every time. Through…