SOLITUDE SWEETENED In the fall of 1987, during a mission trip to Uruguay, the author began reading sections of Dr. James Meikle's "Miscellaneous Meditations". The depth of scriptural insight the writer revealed was so thought provoking he determined to find a personal volume of the book for himself. When he returned to the United States he began searching book stores, book dealers and some book outlets in England. It took over 5 years of searching to find a volume of good quality that he could purchase. Realizing the quality of the writing and the scarcity of such in-depth literature it is the author's desire to provide a publication that will enrich the lives of serious minded readers in this age. A special thanks to Dr. Clifford Clark, who has given encouragement and godly counsel regarding the format and areas in need of editing. The daily devotions are taken from the original journals with appropriate editing to make the daily outline practical. The PREFACE comments of James Peddie are the same as those provided in the 1817 publication. It is the author's hope that readers of these devotions will find peace in the midst of the storms of life, through the scriptural truths penned by Dr. James Meikle more than 240 years ago. Compiled and edited by Don Stroud All heading scripture excerpts are taken from the AUTHORIZED KING JAMES VERSION of the HOLY BIBLE Some scriptures are by reference only. This is to encourage the reader to search the scriptures. Acts 17:11
Dedicated to everyone who has ever asked where the road will take them and then taken that first step towards the unknown. However, it takes an extremely strong person armed with a sense of humor to laugh at adversity and challenge. So now I have described the "Diana" series in totality: one is the writer and the other is the reader. Just remember to keep the dreams alive and let no one put them aside, they are way too important.
Welcome to my Bistro. Let the mystery begin. It was my dream many years ago, and now has become this book. The dream was to own and chef a small restaurant specializing in foods of seasonal and ethnic diversity. It would have been a friendly place with creativity and imagination not only in foods, but art, poetry, music, and good wines.
Throughout long profiles and conversations--ranging from 1982 to 2001--the renowned author makes clear his distinctions between historical fact and his own creative leaps
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