Category Archives: Human Nature

Reflections on 2017: Part 2…Open Secrets… Sexual Misconduct Across the Nation

Posted on January 14, 2018 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I am puzzled over the explosion that erupted over sexual misconduct in Hollywood and other places, since it has been an open secret for decades. However, I am happy the subject finally broke out of its grave, buried in broad … Continue reading →

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HOLIDAYS ARE NOT ALWAYS WARM AND FUZZY

Posted on November 24, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

Originally posted on AHUELON NEWS JOURNAL:
Holidays change over the years depending on age and circumstances.  I am a senior and Bipolar, and those two thing color my emotions and feelings of well-being. My extended family lives in TX, CO,…

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Kaepernick Missed The Boat With His Protests & Clones Are Following Suit

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

There are many issues the African-American community is facing, and Colin missed them miserably. His concerns could have addressed the wholesale murdering of black babies through abortions. The killing of blacks by blacks is another biggie. Instead  he chose to attack America. … Continue reading →

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How Do We Spot Problems And Conquer Suicide?

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I recently read about a businessman and politician in AZ who committed suicide this week. He was only in his mid 50’s. I felt compelled to write about depression and suicide after reading about his death. Here is what I … Continue reading →

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Possitive Parenting Is Full Of Common Sense Choices

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

Parenting is the most important job in the world, in my opinion. Parents are presented with a little person with a brain that is like an empty sponge, ready to learn through their experiences. No instruction book comes with the … Continue reading →

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Memories Of My Father…Part 2

Posted on June 20, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

The more I thought about my dad this past Fathers Day the more stories of his life  flooding my thoughts. I must not let them go unrecorded, because I have two great-grand children and another little guy due in August, … Continue reading →

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An Accidental Encounter Showed Me A Glimpse Of A Steller Friendship

Posted on June 18, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I had just finished writing a blog on friendship and was ready to publish, when I got the urge to take a break, so I jumped in my car and headed to a local park for some sunshine and “fresh … Continue reading →

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Parenting Has An Expiration Date

Posted on June 13, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I see parenting as having four phases in guiding children to becoming succesful adults. I call phase one, THE FOUNDATION, phase two, EXPLORATION, phase three, REBELLION AND SEPARATION, and phase four, LETTING GO. The last phase is the time parenting … Continue reading →

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WHAT IS THE REAL COST OF BULLYING CHILDREN

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I wrote this a number of years ago and the message rings true today as well. I think bullying could be why some kids turn to drugs and end up overdosing. I think juvenile suicide is often linked to being … Continue reading →

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