Carl Lance

The Bill

     When we were staying in a nice hotel in Manila, it was very convenient to order room service.  Though the prices were high, all I had to do was pick up the phone and delicious food would be delivered right to our room.  Even when I got sick, a nurse came to my room to […]

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Limited Resources

     This was a frustrating weekend.  I had just finished a busy week and couldn’t really rest because I had to work late Saturday night.  Susan had been cooped in the house sick for two weeks and she wasn’t completely well.  On top of that, our internet connection kept hanging up.  All that doesn’t seem

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The Debt

It has been the top news story for days because of the damage it can do to our country. The government recklessly overspent, reached the debt limit, and now needs to borrow more money to pay its bills. Tense negotiations are ongoing, and details are leaked to gain leverage and support. Those who understand the

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So Much Love

     There is a lot of talk about love these days.  I have used the word myself to describe the taste of good food, a movie, or a place I visited.  I said the word “love”, but really meant it gave me pleasure or enjoyment.  Love, in its highest form indicates strong feelings for

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City of Dreams?

     We spent the Holidays in Manila, where we could spoil ourselves in 5-Star luxury at a lower price.  We had been to Manila before and wanted to stay at the Diamond Hotel, but they were fully booked.  On another trip, the Embassy put us in the Hyatt, but it had moved to the City of Dreams.  We

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