A Shift in Vision

    Let m e expand on this, using my own African American context as an exampl e. T he peoples of western Africa, although few may have been Christian upon their arrival in these United states, had a deep spirituality and religious understanding that was very much "in keeping with the true and authentic spirit of the liturgy".     1n African religion there is a high God cOlnparable to the Christi an concept of a one God. But jllSt as there are many spirits in Christianity, angels and saints, each especially en1powered ( St....

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Lloyd Wright

    On a hot summer Sunday after the morning service at the little country church where every neighbo r attended, the ladies were preparing for a church picnic. 1he men had set up a long table on sawhorses and the ladies spread sheets over the table. As the children played the men sat around and talked. The ladies took fried chicken and potato salad along with all the trimmings from their picnic baskets and set it on the table. Kyle and Elsie had been sitting under a shade tree watching the rest of the children run and play. They both...

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MY HusBAND's CALLING Is MY CALLING Too

    I once had an interesting conversation with a woman whose husband had enrolled in seminary to prepare for ministry. "He can take classes all he wants, but I didn't sign up for the preacher's wife thing," she said. Since she didn't believe her husband would actually follow through, she went on to tell me she planned on humoring him until the day his calling affected her. And if that day ever came? Well, sh e'd just cross that bridge when she came to it.     He is still in school. She is still in denial.    ...

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The Hostage Taker

    Have you ever met somebody, girl or guy, who you really didn't want to hurt. They seem fragile. The "hostage taker" takes this fragile state to the next level. They may actually make statements such as, "If you break up with me, I'm going to kill myself". These are the guys who always seem to have some kind of drama in their lives and you get sucked into rescuing or "being there" for them. I'm not saying that it's inappropriate to help a friend out, or to be supportive of a boyfriend.      The challenge comes when a...

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Doggone It

    Just beyond Sibley's business district lay a city block square grassy area called The Dog Park. I don't know why; dogs in those days were not taken somewhere to romp with other canines and fetch sticks or balls. Dogs had the run of the town-much to my dismay.     While I'm in awe of the varied animal kingdom throughout the planet, I prefer all creatures great and small in their natural habitat, which is to say not up close and personal with me. I'm going out on a limb here to state that I'm not fond of dogs. I don't fully...

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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW F ROM H EEL TO TOE

    If you don't have any foot discomfort at all, you're at a huge advantage. But don't congratulate yourself just yet: you must take steps to ensure that you don't develop any problems. Here are the most common problems affecting women who wear fashionable shoes on a regular basis.     THIS IS a misalignment of the joint of the big toe. Health care specialists often refer to this condition as ((hallux valgus," which is a fancy way of saying that the joint of the big toe (hallux) is bent outward (valgus). It is...

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The Psychological Key

    Meeting the Writer Half-Way         All well-conceived roles have psychological truth, but it does not follow that they are all unlocked with the psychological key . I hope Maria Lebiadkin had a psychological truth even though I approached her physically.Characters from Congreve to Coward have a believable inner life for all their comedy of manners, and Brecht's. characters are not made two dimensional because the actor keeps a certain detachment from them.The best route to Juliet may be through her language,...

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The red shoes

    The red shoes were perceived by others as excessive and inappropriate for a young girl in mourning for the death of her mother, but to Karen, "nothing else in the world was so desirable." Her story reveals the tension between appearance and sensation,between the visual and the tactile, between image and sensation. Shoes, of course, offer bodily pleasure and so, according to Elizabeth Wilson, "gratify women's highly developed sense of touch and pleasure in their own bodies.     The effect of high heels on the body has been...

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Women's Sandals - How to Shop Women's Shoes?

As with any clothes, a fine of pair of sandals is really essential to glam up the outfit. But with all shoes, what looks and feels comfortable to the user is the crucial deciding factor. While some women give utmost priority to style and personal appearance, other women give much priority to the comfort factor. In fact with regard to sandals, comfort counts more than style as style sometimes risks your foothealth. So far, style and comfort are equally important to stay in fashion without spoiling your foothealth. Such controversial opinions...

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Women's Sandals - What You Need to Know About the Black Dress Sandals

Imagine this scenario: you are preparing for an night out, and you would like to look your best, but you don't have to be over dressed at the same time. You'd like to be comfortable, but you don't need to be too casual either. You would like to look cool, picked up and confident. The weather is warm so you select a black and silver outfit, short sleeves and breezy, black slacks. But you're wondering as to what you should wear on your feet? Pumps are just too heavy. They're not comfortable enough, either; you'll just end up dancing....

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The Best Place to Shop for the Latest Fashions of Womens Sandals Is Online

Womens sandals is a very broad term for footwear because of the many styles and fashions that are available. The best place to shop for the latest styles and fashions is online because of the hundreds of shoes store obtainable at your fingertips. The definition of a sandal is a light open shoe that is held on by straps around the ankle or across the instep. They are most popular during the warm weather seasons and are designed with different sizes and styles in mind to not only go with your outfit but also fit your personally. There...

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Selecting Comfortable Walking Sandals for Women

When it comes to comfort combined with style, there is no feminine footwear that can beat the sandals for women, especially in the summer months. Many women today prefer sandals over shoes even for walking due to the world of convenience that accompanies them. However you will have to put in some extra care while selecting the walking sandals, as even minor discomforts can put you in severe pain subsequently.. The basic prerequisites of such footwear are adequate support and correct fitting for maximum comfort on long walks.shoes even for...

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How to Get Teva Womens Sandals on Sale

Looking for Teva women's sandals on sale? People everywhere are looking to find the best deals on these very popular and fashionable sandals. I have looked around and have found some great deals so thought I would write an article about where to go to get these deals. So why are Teva Sandals so popular? After reading so many other peoples reviews in shoe stores, it has just reinforced my own feelings about why these sandals are so popular with the young and old alike. They are so comfortable. Excellent value. Great for people...

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Cheap Shoes and Women's Sandals - Shop for Spring and Summer New Arrivals

Shopping for women's sandals and cheap shoes is great. They can give away so much about a person's personality and character. With the many styles and fashion these days' women's shoes include something for everyone. And with spring and summer almost upon us what better reason is there to update your wardrobe with the new season's arrivals? This year as in the past, women's sandalsare at the top of our lists. Heel sandals, flats, wedges, flip flops, and much more. A bold and bright colorful shoe seems to be leading the pack this season in all...

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Shopping Tips for Women's Sandals for That Special Occasion

Are you planning a special occasion? And need the perfect pair of shoes. Then you should start your search online. There are shoes for every style and occasion from sexy strappy high heel women's sandals for party wear or a night out on the town to plain yet stylish flats for a walk on the beach. The popular one seems to be the new styles of gladiator flats that are highly comfortable yet stylish to complete your outfit and give your summer separates an exotic twist Women's sandals for a special occasion, does not necessary mean high heels...

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Women Sandals

The latest designs in women sandals There's nothing quite like the breezy feel of wearing women sandals on a warm day. People around the world rejoice when the winter weather finally winds down and gives way to spring and summer atmospheres and temperatures. Feet are just happier in sandals! There is a free, liberated feel to finally being able to put on some strappy sandals after a long, cold winter. The warm sun on your skin and feeling the breeze between your toes is hard to describe, but it's definitely a hallmark of summer and a more relaxed...

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Womens Sandals - Get A Sneak Peak At The Hottest Summer Sandals

    Summer is quickly approaching. It's time to put on the summer sandals. There are so many options available for the modern woman today. It is important to have a few different types of sandals in your closet. Every woman should have a thong sandal, a flat sandal, and a sandal with a heel.     Thong Sandals Can Be Worn For Any Occasion Every woman needs a basic thong sandal. They are easy to put on and can be worn with a variety of different outfits and be worn to a variety of different events. The thong sandal can...

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