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Have you ever been told what you should believe? Or, if the words of such a person are meant to deceive. Do you know someone who uses his mouth to preach but doesn't live by his words. They're a figment of speech. I have been told that peace is that person's ultimate goal But I'm not sold on his act if he's merely playing a role. If he doesn't live by the same standards of his word, his lips aren't conveying anything that should be heard.

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Date: 11/26/2024 5:39:00 AM
while trying to "walk the walk" I often trip over my tongue...
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Date: 11/26/2024 5:46:00 AM
That's only because you have a lot to say, John. At least you're not tongue tied. I'm listening.
Date: 11/26/2024 5:39:00 AM
Wonderful title! Wonderful poem! A favorite :-) Great write ~ AA
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Date: 11/26/2024 5:44:00 AM
Thank you very much, AA.
Date: 11/25/2024 11:51:00 PM
As we get older and wiser we avoid those hypocrites and those displaying narcissistic behaviour. We don't need them in our lives. Tom
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Date: 11/26/2024 5:23:00 AM
We can avoid them until they make a nuisance of themselves and then we need to use bug spray. They DO enjoy continuously buzzing in our ears, but it's not words of wisdom. Let it be? LOL Thanks, Tom.
Date: 11/25/2024 1:15:00 PM
Very true! What fruit does your life produce…
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Date: 11/26/2024 5:21:00 AM
We'd better make sure it's ripe to be enjoyable. Sour fruit has been hanging on the vine too long... rotten to the core. Thanks a bunch, Kim.
Date: 11/25/2024 12:44:00 PM
well said, lin! it's infuriating to hear such hypocrisy on a daily basis. i've chosen not to listen to it and have trouble understanding why so many still do...
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Date: 11/25/2024 12:47:00 PM
My opinion is if people want to hear it or read it, share it, but if not, keep walking. Thanks, Ilene.
Date: 11/25/2024 12:23:00 PM
Lin, yes very wise! Could there be anyone this could possibly refer to? I left someone a comment you might not see. Q: How many people can fit in a room with a narcissist liar? A: Depends on how their coffins stack up! Hey, talk seems cheap these days. Take care!
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Date: 11/25/2024 12:32:00 PM
hmmm... probably only one; the narcissist would want the entire room to him/herself. Nice to see you, Duke. I love how you stand your ground.
Date: 11/25/2024 12:13:00 PM
AMEN to that Lin, wise words indeed!! hugs jan xx
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Date: 11/25/2024 12:31:00 PM
I thought you might appreciate this one, Jan. If ya talk the talk, you gotta walk the walk.

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