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Lead contributor Greg Asimakoupoulos expresses his perspective on current events and life in general through verse. We have used Greg's weekly expressions since SeniorLifesytle began in 2006 and borrowed (with permission) the "Rhymes & Reasons" title used on the Partial Observer website where his work still appears.
The updated SeniorLIfestyle site includes all of the Rhymes & Reasons we have used since April 2006.
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Aging, General
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Enjoy the Ride!
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
Arts & Entertainment
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Remembering an Image Bearer
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Lessons from 'The Boys in the Boat'
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Bob Barker, Come On Down!
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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He Did Know Jack!
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Classic Movie with a Timeless Message
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Citizenship
2 records found
Communication
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The Three Amigos
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
Disaster
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Haunted by the Headlines
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Hope Refuses to be Buried
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Faith Quakes
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
Faith, Religion & Spirituality
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Praying for Peace
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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My Gazing Place
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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An Invitation to Number Our Days
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Recalling a Somber Anniversary
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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An Easter Godwink in Switzerland
—An Easter Godwink
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
There are 90 more items for the category Faith, Religion & Spirituality and the Faith topic...See the whole list
General
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It's a Wonderful (Amazing) Life!
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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In the Bleak Midwinter (revisited)
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Welcome to When's Day
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Toast to the Promised Land
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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The Gospel According to Fast-Food
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Government & Politics
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Reflections on the State of Our Union
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Life versus Love
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Prayer for Lawmakers
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Second Thoughts about "America First"
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A State of Indecision
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Health & Wellness
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A Vaccine Prayer
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Calling on the Ghostbusters Among Us
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Coronavirus Checklist
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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An Emotional Response to Inside Out
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Dancing with the Scars
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Waiting for Easter at Christmastime
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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The Letter
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
History
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How Sweet the Sound
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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An Ongoing Gaze
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Score Recalled
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Beauty for Ashes
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Love's Eagle Has Landed
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
Holidays
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God Bless America (revisited)
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Father's Blessing
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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On the Eighth Day of Creation
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Hail to the Chiefs
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Eternal Love: A Valentine's Story
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Inspiration
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What is Joy?
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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The Bank of Thanks
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Prayer for Peace
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Look Who's in the Hall of Fame
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Queen for a Day
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Life Events
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Life is Precious
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Ports of Call on an Unforgettable Journey
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Afternoon Tea with the Galloping Gourmet
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Becoming Like Children
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Title Worth Pondering
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Nature
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America the Beautiful
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Unmasking Our Praise for God's Green Earth
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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The Lord Remains Our Light
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
News & Current Events
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Escaping from Gaza
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Whatever the Weather
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Lesson from the Banyan Tree
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Charles' Coronation Day
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Relationships
14 records found
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Wanted: A Mentor
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Reflections on Fatherhood
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Memorable Day
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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A Dad's Tribute to His Daughters
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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I Stand for Folks of Color
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
There are 9 more items for the category Relationships and the Faith topic...See the whole list
Sports & Recreation
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The Gospel According to Baseball
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Loyola's Most Loyal Fan
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Redemption for Foul Ball Boy
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Cubs Win! Cubs Win! Cubs Win!
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Mining for Gold
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
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Travel
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Lessons from an Alaskan Glacier
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
Trends
1 record found
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Nor Easter Alert
by Greg Asimakoupoulos