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Our courage to turn aside in gratitude

Marv and Nancy Hiles
October 2012 (Vol. XXV, No. 9)

One day builds on another. Our lives accumulate in increments of moments, hours, and days. Everything depends on this present moment and our courage to turn aside in delight, wonder, and gratitude.

~ from ALL THE DAYS OF MY LIFE by Marv & Nancy Hiles
All The Days Of My Life
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