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2020’s Greatest Lesson We’ve Yet To Learn

January 4, 2021January 4, 2021 Christopher Kelly

Thirty-three years ago, Former President Ronald Reagan pondered optimistically on how an alien invasion would unite the world. Unfortunately, rather than tackling his central theme, we launched conspiracy theories about possible alien invasions – clearly missing the point. “And yet,” … Continue reading 2020’s Greatest Lesson We’ve Yet To Learn

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A Message of Hope for a Life Post-2020

August 18, 2020August 17, 2020 Christopher Kelly

“The ending has not yet been written.” – Atrus, Myst Series The above quote comes from a game called Myst, and it shares the perfect life lesson we all need. In these uncertain times, with the pandemic never seeming to … Continue reading A Message of Hope for a Life Post-2020

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Anti-Maskers Need To Accept Reality

August 8, 2020 Christopher Kelly

The underlying reason why so many people refuse to wear masks is that they don’t want to face reality. Anyone who has gone through the motions of accepting personal life problems can easily see the similarities. It’s not so much … Continue reading Anti-Maskers Need To Accept Reality

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4 Harsh Truths This COVID-19 Pandemic Taught Us

August 7, 2020August 7, 2020 Christopher Kelly

We’ve still got a lot to learn about this virus – including finding the cure – but its presence has taught us so much already. Our lives have been upended and we’re facing new ways of living that will stain … Continue reading 4 Harsh Truths This COVID-19 Pandemic Taught Us

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Three Things I Miss Most During This Pandemic

August 4, 2020 Christopher Kelly

I finally know what mandatory quarantine feels like. I had taken a test for COVID-19 last Friday and my negative result didn’t come back until Monday. Which meant I was stuck at home all weekend. Of course, I wouldn’t call … Continue reading Three Things I Miss Most During This Pandemic

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A Pandemic Is The Perfect Time To Chase Your Dreams

August 2, 2020 Christopher Kelly

You’ve got all this time on your hands now. For so long you’ve been overwhelmed with frivolous activities, dates, hangouts and the humdrum of everyday life. Even your current job is hindering you from chasing your dreams. The same job … Continue reading A Pandemic Is The Perfect Time To Chase Your Dreams

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