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" THE WISE " FROM MY ROOF GARDEN, MY PHOTO, ©

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The mark of the wise is to praise God even in the presence of misfortunes! © Demetrios Trifiatis 22 August 2018

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Date: 8/22/2018 6:31:00 PM
It's hard to do, but very true. I had a friend (deceased now) who said "I never had any peace until I thanked God for the problems." So much power in the sentences you write.
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Date: 8/23/2018 5:41:00 AM
Thank you for relating the story of your late friend! He must have been a special person to say something like this! God bless His soul and God bless you my friend, SW!
Date: 8/22/2018 3:45:00 PM
Beautiful and knowledgeable souls are bearers of love, light, beauty and faith.. and only those souls are capable to give in grace and show an infinite gratefulness to God.. A masterful of Monoku dear Demetrios.. stay blessed always.
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Date: 8/23/2018 5:43:00 AM
What a insightful and uplifting comment dearest, Besma! God bless you! Thank you!
Date: 8/22/2018 3:34:00 PM
Wonderfully stated my friend.
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Date: 8/23/2018 5:44:00 AM
What a delightful visit dear, Chris! So good to see you again! Thank you!
Date: 8/22/2018 12:12:00 PM
- So true, my friend :) - Never forget that God is there for us - He is on our side in good and bad days - Things can happen in our lives that prevent us from seeing clearly - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 8/22/2018 1:24:00 PM
Thank you for your precious visit and comment dearest, Anne-Lise! Hugs xxx
Date: 8/22/2018 9:12:00 AM
Maybe the best time, well said Demetrios...
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Date: 8/22/2018 1:23:00 PM
Thank you my friend, Charlie for lovely visit and comment!
Date: 8/22/2018 6:53:00 AM
True--it comforts the mind in good times and bad..well said, my friend.
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Date: 8/22/2018 7:37:00 AM
Thank you for your delightful comment dear friend, Vijay! God bless you!

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