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The Trap of Materialism

So you want more nice things! Will your life have more meaning? When you have more stuff, is it ever enough? Don't you know that there's more, to life, than keeping score, of who has more things, what joy does that bring? Our days are numbered, don't just fill them with slumber. And just having fun, doesn't mean that you've won. Your life should have meaning, a purpose in being. Doing all these things is, like trying to catch the wind. song Wind catchers don't know which way to go. Wind catchers don't find, true peace of mind. Wind catchers can't see, the truth that sets them free. Wind catchers climb ladders, but, does their life matter? Wind catchers die with more, but, who's keeping score? A simple life is the best! John Derek Hamilton Feb 2, 2013 revised November 18, 2015

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Date: 11/21/2015 5:55:00 AM
"Keep your eye simple." That was the theme in 2006...my Baptismal assembly.
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John Hamilton
Date: 11/21/2015 12:45:00 PM
That's it we just have to keep focused every day, that's why it's a trap we never know when we could fall if we're not vigilant thanks Lin JDH
Date: 11/19/2015 10:37:00 AM
When a man becomes satisfied with less he has found the path to contentment. I enjoyed your words of wisdom.
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John Hamilton
Date: 11/19/2015 4:06:00 PM
Thanks Richard for your visit and encouragement. JDH

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