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Do our Struggles early in Life Disqualify or Qualify us

Posted on October 12, 2023 by willieryder

Each and every one of us has been through some stuff and experienced struggles at different times in our lives. Sometimes later in life we may feel those struggles disqualify us from being capable of doing something we previously struggled … Continue reading →

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Recognizing Change In A Person Can Be Difficult

Posted on December 5, 2018 by willieryder

We all have the potential to change and be different if we are willing to do what it takes. It is not easy though, for us or those around us. Several years ago I either read or heard someone say … Continue reading →

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Fear can be our Enemy or our Friend

Posted on January 26, 2017 by willieryder

“Fear can be our enemy or our friend.” Regardless of who we are, where we are from, or what we have accomplished or experienced in life we are each afraid of something. What we are afraid of may be similar … Continue reading →

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The Gifts of Words

Posted on January 4, 2017 by willieryder

My whole life I have heard that it is better to give than to receive.  I agree and I also believe that gifts come in all sizes, shapes, and forms. Some are big and some are small. The things we … Continue reading →

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Potential, Learning, and Growing

Posted on October 21, 2016 by willieryder

Potential, Learning, and Growing As the sun rises a new day begins and with it comes the potential for many new and wonderful possibilities. Today is a new day! No matter what happened yesterday, last week, or last year today … Continue reading →

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People

Posted on September 30, 2016 by willieryder

People It’s never too late to change, follow our dreams, and become the person we want to be. With every breath taken, every step forward, and every challenge overcome we are a little closer to becoming the person we are … Continue reading →

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Stay True To Who You Are

Posted on February 22, 2012 by willieryder

This past weekend I ran my first half marathon.  I had worked hard to prepare the past few months and felt both physically and mentally ready to run the 13.1 miles.  There were some things I was not prepared for … Continue reading →

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To Dream or not to Dream

Posted on January 27, 2012 by willieryder

A few months ago I was having a conversation with my daughter about the different colleges she is interested in attending.  She is currently in her senior year of high school and was getting ready to start applying for early acceptance. During the conversation she let … Continue reading →

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