Author: Evangelia
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Free Speech has Now Become Life Threatening
Article that discusses how opposing views have escalated to an alarming levels and what we can do as citizens to protect our right to free speech without fear of harm.
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The Power of Moments: Creating Memories that Endure
During the Marine Marathon, the author faced excruciating leg pain but was inspired by a stranger’s encouraging words to push through and finish. This experience led to a realization about the importance of creating meaningful moments in life. The author emphasizes intentionality in fostering memorable experiences for oneself and others that will create special memories…
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Democracy at a Crossroads: Lessons from History for America’s Future
A few weeks ago, while vacationing in New Orleans, I had the opportunity to visit the National World War II Museum. After going through the numerous exhibits, including a captivating 4D movie experience, I was transported back in time as I learned again how the war began, why it was fought and the profound sacrifices…
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Books, Festivals, and the Escape We All Need
This past October, I had the privilege of participating in the Decatur Book Festival, an incredible event for a first-time author like me. Setting up my booth to share my book and my husband’s artwork inspired by the book was an exciting new experience. Arriving early, I was surrounded by authors and small bookstore owners,…
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From Brew to Tale: Crafting the Story of Brother Ivan
Bold Monk Brewing Co recently held a writing competition to create the origin story for Brother Ivan, their award-winning Russian Imperial Stout. Curious to learn more about the brewery and the beer, I explored their website https://boldmonkbrewingco.com/ which sparked the inspiration for my story and led me to enter the contest. I’m excited to share…
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One Run at a Time: Turning Loss into Hope
My father was 62 years young when he died of cancer, leaving behind a loving wife, three daughters, and a new grandchild. Anyone who has lost a loved one knows the pain and emptiness that suddenly appear, and how those feelings can linger for years. Because my father was so young when he passed, I…
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Complicity in Silence: The Russian Orthodox Church’s role in the War on Ukraine
In times of conflict, the Church has historically been a beacon of hope, a moral compass guiding humanity toward peace, justice, and truth. Yet, when it comes to the war in Ukraine, the leadership of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) has tragically failed both its own followers and the world. By aligning itself with the…
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Acts of Kindness: The Unexpected Joy of a Simple Walk
As part of my series on acts of kindness, I wanted to share the impact of a simple yet meaningful gesture I experienced today when two of my neighbors kindly invited me to join them on one of their daily walks. At first glance, you might think that walking with your neighbors is all about…
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Saying Goodbye
It’s so quiet in the house. That’s what I noticed most after our dog Buddy passed only a week ago. Even when I try to fill that void with sound, it still seems strangely quiet. Buddy came to us about three years ago after the passing of my in-laws who loved and adored Buddy. Whenever…
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Witnessing Acts of Kindness
I’ve added a category on my site called ‘Acts of Kindness,’ with the hope of uplifting not only my spirits but also those of my subscribers and readers. Having done some research, I have found some interesting facts on how acts of kindness can impact one’s well-being. According to the Harvard Health Publishing they have…
Lisa VanPatten 