Country Boy Logic

Life’s Four Levels Of Learning

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Logically if not methodically, we begin to learn as soon as we are born and continue to learn until we take our last breath.

At first, it’s primitive like fussing loudly until someone changes our wet diaper or eagerly reaching toward food that’s about to be given to us. No matter how simple or direct our efforts, we are rewarded.

That’s the beginning of the first shelf of learning — what we learn from family. Not until later do we realize how many opportunities are provided by family members: the uncle who is an auto mechanic, the cousin who is … Read the rest “Life’s Four Levels Of Learning”

An Unprecedented Happening

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Yes, what I am about to describe to you has never happened before.

I am writing this at 3 A.M. on Wednesday. My latest column about timing was posted early yesterday and by late afternoon I had already received a note from a reader in Arizona who told me how much she enjoyed reading the column. 

Fast forward to a few minutes ago deep in the middle of the night when my sub-conscience confirmed that yes, it was a good column except I hadn’t gone far enough. That is, as soon as one recognizes that the time is right, it’s … Read the rest “An Unprecedented Happening”

It’s All About Timing

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At first glance, you might think this is about time, except we already know about that. There are sixty seconds in a minute, sixty minutes in an hour, twenty-four hours in a day, and 365 days in a year.

We also know that no matter how much we wish it were otherwise, we can’t save, shorten or lengthen time. It’s the one thing in our lives that is an absolute constant.

Timing, however, is an entirely different issue. It can occur quickly and at any time — the reason we say such things as “the timing was sure right for … Read the rest “It’s All About Timing”

Caring In A World Awash In Need

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The word “care” is one of the most commonly used words in our vocabulary. One reason is that modern communication is the driving force behind our increasing awareness of everything that’s happening throughout the world — including situations deserving or often pleading for whatever care we can provide.

That need involves a dizzying number of people, institutions, events, and things. Close to home, that includes relatives, friends, then extends outwardly and in no particular order to include the dislocated, sick, elderly, homeless, unemployed, disadvantaged, and handicapped, then on to structures, institutions, organizations, plus such natural elements as water, plants, animals … Read the rest “Caring In A World Awash In Need”

Meanwhile, Down On The Farm

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As you know, I write all these columns under the banner of “Country Boy Logic.” That’s reasonable because I really was a country boy and have been around country people most all my life. Even if I had left the country behind, it never would have left me.

With that In mind, I thought you might like to see the answers I would give to some questions you might ask about country life — sort of the off the wall or entertaining kind you likely won’t see asked or answered anywhere else. So here goes:

I hear farming has changed … Read the rest “Meanwhile, Down On The Farm”

A Critically Important Word

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We live in a sea of words. Once learned, they come to us automatically as we express what we want or know or as we listen to others doing the same.

As important as many of those words are, one is at the root of our personal well-being, maybe even our survival. That word is “protect.” It is so important that it should be foremost in our thoughts every time and all the time. 

For example, suppose you are in an area that has been been targeted as likely to be affected by a hurricane, flood, or forest fire. The … Read the rest “A Critically Important Word”

The Downside Of Anti-Social

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For we human beings, socializing comes naturally. Even if we don’t say anything, we nearly always return a smile, wave a hand, or give some other signal that says “I acknowledge you.”

We use socializing as a logical utility to become acquainted, renew or make more secure an already established connection with another person, or serve as a prelude for addressing more serious matters.

Socializing knows no limits. It can be conducted anywhere by most anyone under almost every kind of circumstance. In public we greet strangers. On the more intimate side, we socialize to gain status, pass the time, … Read the rest “The Downside Of Anti-Social”

No, You Aren’t Alone

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Most authors of columns such as this probably think of themselves as being merchants of knowledge — educating, informing, urging, enlightening, and in some cases, even offering support.

Aside from serving intellectual or uplifting mental food to the masses, however, they are prompted to keep it more personal, recognizing or describing small particles rather than chunks of this event we call life. 

At first, my only reason for creating the website was to inform people of my first book. Soon afterward, however, I recognized it as a chance to share with others much of what I’ve learned over the years as … Read the rest “No, You Aren’t Alone”

This Is All About Me

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It’s 3:35 A.M. but as is often the case, I woke up with an idea. 

When that happens, it’s okay for the words to make sentences in my head, but when they begin forming paragraphs, best I get up and go to the keyboard. That’s because no matter how powerful those middle of the night thoughts are, sleep erases them as if they never existed.

This time, my thought wasn’t to present a theme or make a point as I usually do, but rather to sort of have a one way visit with you while wishing I could do it … Read the rest “This Is All About Me”

Our Lives As Works Of Art

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Each of us is unique to the world. No one has ever existed that is identical to what we are.

Someone might look just like you and maybe even have similar genetic makeup. The rest of you, however, is yours alone —  a blend highly-flavored by external impressions.

Among the most important of those are the people you meet, especially those who impress you with what they know or do. Just as many brush strokes become a painting, so do all of what they contribute become a part of you, their manner influencing your behavior ever so slightly, but strong … Read the rest “Our Lives As Works Of Art”