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Author: Kim McKinney

I hate boxes....usually. Sometimes I fit, often I don't. You too? I used to want to fit in, but now I usually don't. I want to be me. Not far out there, but not quite the norm. I believe we should celebrate the unique in ourselves. I love travel, adventure, hot air balloons, live music, and kind, smart, and interesting people. Have been described as quirky and I quite like it. I love writing because it helps clear out my brain! Please subscribe to my blog and follow me on Medium (https://medium.com/@kimmckinney719). And let me know your thoughts. I'll love us to get to know each other better.

Far too Stupid to Be Considered Human

Day 30 in Proverbs Proverbs 30:2 “Someone cries out to God ‘I am completely worn out!  How can I last?’ … More

God, proverbs 30, sleeplessness, stupid, tired

Are You the Zax in Everyone’s Tracks?

Day 29 in Proverbs Proverbs 29:1 “If you keep being stubborn after many warnings, you will suddenly discover you have … More

Dr. Seuss, Proverbs 29, standing ground, stubborn, Zax

The Fish on the Business Door

Day 28 in Proverbs Proverbs 28:8 “If you make money by charging high interest rates, you will lose it all … More

business, high interest rates, poor, Proverbs 28, taking advantage of others

Wasting Time With the Dull Blades

Day 27 in Proverbs Proverbs 27:17 “Just as iron sharpens iron, friends sharpen the minds of each other.” Proverbs 27:19 … More

friends, iron, Proverbs 27, reflection, sharpening

Clay Pots, Cheap Glaze

Day 26 in Proverbs Proverbs 26: 23-28 “Hiding hateful thoughts behind smooth talk is like coating a clay pot with … More

flattery, hateful thoughts, lies, Proverbs 26, smooth talk

You’re Sweeter Than Honey – Honest

Day 25 in Proverbs Proverbs 25:27 “Don’t eat too much honey or always want praise.”  —————————————————————————————————————- I think my nieces … More

praise, Proverbs 25

Planting Your Garden First

Day 24 in Proverbs Proverbs 24: 27 “Get your fields ready and plant your crops before starting a home.”  —————————————————————————————————————-I’m … More

planning, planting, Proverbs 24, rushing, seasons

Playing Around With the Poisonous Snake

Day 23 in Proverbs Proverbs 23: 29-35 “Who is always in trouble?  Who argues and fights?  Who has cuts and … More

alcohol, drinking, Proverbs 23

Here Comes Trouble!

Day 22 in Proverbs Proverbs 22:3  “When you see trouble coming, don’t be stupid and walk right into it – … More

mischief, Proverbs 22, trouble, troublemakers

Suicidal Dreams

Day 21 in Proverbs Proverbs 21: 2-6  “We may think we are doing the right thing, but the Lord always … More

Proverbs 21; cheating; doing the right thing; pleasing God; hurry; evil people

Cheaters Eating Gravel

Day 20 in Proverbs Proverbs 20: 17 “The food you get by cheating may taste delicious, but it turns to … More

Proverbs 20; cheating

A Lifelong Education

Day 19 in Proverbs Proverbs 19: 27 “If you stop learning, you will forget what you already know.”  ——————————————————————————————————- I … More

proverbs 19; education; lifelong learning

Laughter Each Day, Keeps the Doctor at Bay

Day 18 in Proverbs Proverbs 18: 14 “Being cheerful helps when you are sick, but nothing helps when we give … More

Proverbs 18; cheerfulness; sickness; giving up; life; Laughter is the best medicine

Raising Fools and Being Fools

Day 17 in Proverbs  Proverbs 17: 5 “By insulting the poor, you insult your Creator.  You will be punished if … More

children, fool, foolish, parents, poor, Proverbs 17

Killing Ourselves With Our Own Political Swords

Day 16 in Proverbs  OK….for my birthday month of July decided to take a jog through Proverbs and blog on … More

authority, honesty, justice, leaders, politicians, Proverbs 16, respect, truth

The Endless Feast

Day 15 in Proverbs  Proverbs 15: 15-16 “The poor have a hard life, but being content is as good as … More

budget, contentment, feast, Life, money, Proverbs 15

The Impossibility of Mind Reading

Day 14 in Proverbs  Proverbs 14: 10 “No one else can really know how sad or happy you are.”  ——————————————————————————————————- … More

feelings, mindreading, Proverbs 14, thinking of you

Picking Superhero Friends

Day 13 in Proverbs  Proverbs 13: 20 “Wise friends make you wise, but you hurt yourself by going around with … More

fools, Friendship, Justice League, Proverbs 13, superhero, wise friends

Weighing Your Words

Day 12 in Proverbs  Proverbs 12: 16-20 “Losing your temper is foolish; ignoring an insult is smart.  An honest person … More

gentle thoughts, hurtful words, insults, Proverbs 12, unkind words, words

Deceitful Liars Destroying the City

Day 11 in Proverbs Proverbs 11: 9-11 “Dishonest people use gossip to destroy their neighbors; good people are protected by … More

proverbs 11; gossip; dishonest; honest; Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon;

A Mouth Full of Vinegar and Smoke in Your Eyes

Day 10 in Proverbs  Proverbs 10: 3-5 ” If you obey the Lord you won’t go hungry; if you are … More

laziness, lazy, Proverbs 10, work

The Big Headed People

Day 9 in Proverbs  Proverbs 9:7-11 “Correct a worthless bragger and all you will get are insults and injuries.  Any … More

braggart, bragger, correction, Proverbs 9

Lady Wisdom’s Marketing Campaign

Day 8 in Proverbs  Proverbs 8: 9-11  “If you have understanding, you will see that my words are just what … More

precious, Proverbs 8, teachable, visit often, wisdom

Foolish Men and Unfaithful Wives

 Day 7 in Proverbs  Proverbs 7: 9-12 “One of these young men turned the corner and was walking by the … More

adultery, affairs, foolish men, Proverbs 7, unfaithful, wives

Hunted by Proud Hunters – Or How Debt Can Kill You

 Day 6 in Proverbs Proverbs 6: 1-9 “My child, suppose you agree to pay the debt of someone, who cannot … More

debt, laziness, making deals, money, pride, Proverbs 6

Drinking From Your Own Well

Day 5 in Proverbs Proverbs 5:15-16 “You should be faithful to your wife, just as you take water from your … More

love languages, marriage, Proverbs 5, relationships, well

Independence Day

Day 4 in Proverbs Proverbs 4: 20-26 “My child, listen carefully to everything I say.  Don’t forget a single word, … More

choice, freedom, independence, lies, truth

Can I See Your Necklace?

Day 3 in Proverbs Proverbs 3: “Let love and loyalty always show like a necklace, and write them in your … More

Friendship, jewelry, love, loyalty, Proverbs 3

The Smooth Talk of a Sinful Woman

Day 2 in Proverbs Proverbs 2: 2-3 “Keep in tune with wisdom and think what it means to have common … More

Bathsheba, common sense, David, manipulation, Proverbs 2, Solomon, wisdom

When Trees Fly

My friends the Klingers just had their annual 4th of July celebration…..held in June, because unfortunately when you set a … More

fireworks, July 4, Proverbs 1, wisdom

But I Want It NOW!

One of my all time favorite childhood books was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl.  When the movie … More

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, dog ownership, encouragement, I want it now, privilege, self centered, Veruca Salt, Willie Wonka, working out

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