Category: Blogs
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March 19, 2018
I have always loved Bob Marley and this song was always stirring. Recently, I took the time to learn the true meaning behind the lyrics. They are somewhat prophetic and have become transcendent of race alone. “We are going to emancipate ourselves from mental slavery because whilst others might free the body, none but ourselves…
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March 18, 2018
Caught this during yesterday’s travels after the first set of storms blew through. Thank you Lord! Yesterday, as I came across dozens of people trying to get from one place to another, I was reminded and amazed once again that people are generally kind, courteous, and caring for each other; even total strangers. My last…
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March 17, 2018
I heard that phrase again yesterday, “…lost in the woods.” Reposting from December. I think it is worth repeating. Happy Saint Patrick’s Day all. “The love of God and his fear grew in me more and more, as did the faith, and my soul was rosed, so that, in a single day, I have said…
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March 11, 2018
StreetLights on a Saturday night… I began looking for God to show me a sign, a sign he was present and real. I began looking a long time ago; perhaps, when I was twelve or thirteen. We all ask for signs, don’t we? And, quite often we see them. Maybe you ask God to show…
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March 6, 2018
People Profiles Mark So Last night, my first passenger was Mark, who needed to get to DFW Airport. Many of you may already know Mark. But, for those who do not, Mark is a member of my church and also the leader/teacher of my Sunday school class known as the Ragamuffins. I can truly say…
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MARCH 6TH, 2018
People Profiles: Virgie Monday morning I was fortunate to meet Virgie. She needed a ride to pickup her glasses. She was so excited she was getting them. Virgie wants to get to know the streets of Dallas better by driving around with her daughter Virgie is a devout Christian and through her own journey to…
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March 3, 2018
#Drivingawaydepression Sometimes you get knocked down. No matter what you do, things beyond your control can take you down. Last weekend I was knocked down with a medical issue that had me in the hospital for 3 days. I am ok, but have. Had a lingering effect that has limited my physical activity and even…
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People Profiles – Armando
This is my friend Armando. Or as most of his friends call him, Mondo. Mondo needed a ride this morning at 3am to DFW Airport. We had a great conversation along the way about his work, his passion. He has been a teacher for over 16 years and is a strong advocate for at risk…
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March 2, 2018
Focus on love. Slow down. Let go of your anger and be joyful and kind.
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As I begin migrating my Facebook blog content to this new site, today marks the 1 year anniversary of my inaugural blog. Reposting here… February 23, 2018 This is my inaugural blog post for StreetLights. This page was created to share stories from the road and amazing passengers I meet in my travels as an…
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