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Riches Do Not Bring Contentment (But Neither Does Poverty)

Throughout the works of L. Frank Baum, we’re constantly seeing praise of contentment. The last chapter of The Marvelous Land of Oz is called “The Riches of Content,” and Ozma tells the Scarecrow and Tin Woodman that these are the … Continue reading →

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You’re in Love with Yourself

I hear on occasion about how kids these days are too often praised, and told they can become whatever they want, which has led to their being unprepared for the world. It’s funny, because pretty much everyone I know seems … Continue reading →