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Reading my life's history
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Reading my life's history
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I have started on a project of reading the history of the world from 1950. I have read books on the influence of LSD on our society, New Orleans' music since the 50s, a history on Vietman, and I am n
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Reading my life's history
posted at May 11, 2012 5:06 PM EDT
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I have started on a project of reading the history of the world from 1950. I have read books on the influence of LSD on our society, New Orleans' music since the 50s, a history on Vietman, and I am now reading, The Fifties. I hate to say but I can't recall the author right now, but his first name is David. For the future I have a couple of Oxford history books on the period. I am learning so much and putting things in a new prespective. So, much I remember but I felt a need for deeper clearer understanding.It has been good to get the whole story not the subjective story. I also spent a lot of time in sex, drugs, and rock & roll and didn't keep up with a decade or two. Give it a try it is fun. |
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Re: Reading my life's history
posted at June 19, 2012 6:07 PM EDT
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So, You are catching up on all that you missed, while you were having too much fun!! I love the idea. And, history is more interesting wit a perspective of time. The history books in schools do not tell the whole story, either. Since you are in the fifites, let me recommend " Best Evidence:" Which I consider the best book on the Kennedy assassination. It will grabl you. How is the project going, anyway? |
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Re: Reading my life's history
posted at February 25, 2013 2:16 PM EST
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First: September 16, 2011 Last: May 24, 2013 |
I wish the old paths were before us instead of behind us. THE OLD PATHS I liked the old paths, when Moms were at home. Dads were at work. Brothers went into the army. And sisters got married BEFORE having children! Crime did not pay; Hard work did;And people knew the difference. Moms could cook; Dads would work; Children would behave. Husbands were loving; Wives were supportive; And children were polite. Women wore the jewelry; And Men wore the pants. Women looked like ladies; Men looked like gentlemen; And children looked decent. People loved the truth, And hated a lie. They came to church to get IN, Not to get OUT! Hymns sounded Godly; Sermons sounded helpful; Rejoicing sounded normal; And crying sounded sincere. Cursing was wicked; Drugs were for illness. The flag was honored; America was beautiful; And God was welcome! We read the Bible in public; Prayed in school; And preached from house to house. To be called an American was worth dying for; To be called an American was worth living for; To be called a traitor was a shame! I still like the old paths the best! |
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