Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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The Lemming
When Sam and I were first married we bought a computer together. The only thing I knew how to do was to turn it on and play a game called Lemmings. To the grand sounds of a Beethoven symphony I would try to prevent thousands of little lemmings from following each other off of cliffs.…
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The Big Picture
I love to plan. It makes the days seem a little easier and the future a bit brighter. Or maybe I should say that I love to dream instead, after all, I have noticed that my plans don’t usually work out very well. But I have seen dreams come true. There is a saying out…
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Spring Dot Tote
This tote has the gorgeous green that reminds me of spring! It is another Marimekko print that I have hoarded and loved! Time to put it to good use! It has been sewn here in Africa, by Celina. Inside we have put a bright green lining, found here as well, with 2 large pockets and…
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A Better Place (Part 2)
Did you think about it? Is it possible to make the world a better place? Is it worth trying to live a life that is fully invested in the happiness of others? What’s in it for us? And should it matter? It should matter. It affects all of us, and all of our surroundings. It…
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A Better Place (Part 1)
Do you ever have a visitor, that when they leave, you wish that they had stayed a little longer, and you still had a smile on your face when they waved goodbye? They left your home and heart a better place? You were encouraged and grateful that they had come by, and that they were…
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“Enough” is Enough
All of us use words to describe what we think about ourselves. For some of us those words are “ashamed”, “stupid”, “ugly”, “unlovable”, and “unworthy”. I know that these words go through my head a lot…especially on those days when I experience something that confuses or embarrasses me. Living in the world we live in,…
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“Spring is Here” Tote
This tote truly emulates the color of spring! Different shades of red and pink just make me happy. The tote has been made from a vintage Marimekko curtain…donated by a lovely aunt! Lining is made with a brown and white calico print, and inside you will find 2 large pockets and a key fob. This…
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The Willing Heart
There are many days when I have an un-willing heart. I don’t always want to hear God’s voice. I don’t always want to follow His path for me. I don’t always want to live in faith and wait for His guidance. I want to just be…and wallow in my own issues and needs. I want…
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Finnish Vintage Tote
This gorgeous, all-cotton tote, is full of character. The tote has been made out of a vintage 60s tablecloth, from Finland. The colors are vibrant, and the mix of hot pink and mustard yellow work so well together. This bag was sewn by Celina, a lady here in TZ. Inside you will find a hot…
