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A La Carte (October 20)

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Of Michael Landon and Brittany Maynard – Wesley Smith powerfully compares the deaths of Michael Landon and the forthcoming death of media darling Brittany Maynard.

The Wide Road to Divorce – This is a helpful article on divorce-proofing marriage.

Humans of the World – Here are some of the most striking photos from the world tour of the author of Humans of New York.

The Odd Music of Motherhood – I enjoyed this poetic celebration of the music of motherhood.

Adventures of a Church Introvert – I can identify with this one, though I’ve learned to embrace it.

Spurgeon

In his presence is fullness of joy; in his absence is depth of misery.

—C.H. Spurgeon

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    This week the blog is sponsored by Reformed Free Publishing Association. Today’s post is written by William Boekestein, author of the  new book, Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young People Seeking a Calling. William is a pastor and husband. He and his wife have four children: a college student, two high schoolers, and a…