Tag Archives: goodness

Limericks

Posted on March 19, 2026 by john

Dear Friends, Many struggle and do what they can,Wanting to appear good so they scan,Go to the right places,Ignoring poor faces,But God often appears as a homeless man. The elite have always been bums,A cabal of people with all thumbs,It’s … Continue reading →

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Good Action Is Self Interest

Posted on February 15, 2025 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, the reason we’re good isn’t to benefit others, but for ourselves. The ignorant and foolish believe good actions only serve others. As the wise recognize that right action leads inevitably to right outcomes. Because … Continue reading →

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Nobility of Heart

Posted on March 13, 2014 by john

Dear Friends,   It seems to me, the Benjamin Franklin quote, “To be humble to superiors is duty, to equals courtesy, to inferiors nobleness,” is one of my favorites from that sage man. We are seldom humble today, even to … Continue reading →

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