*Ryan's Thoughts*


My good friend Jeremy Smith blogs frequently about topics that he is passionate about.  He studies a topic thoroughly and then blogs about it.

I thought this was a great idea and wanted to do something similar.  My goal is to start studying topics that may (or may not) be more controversial and blog about them.  My goal is to do some research and compile my thoughts as to what I feel on a certain topic.  My hope is to be able to research and post something regularly.  I don't know if many other people will ever read these but I'll enjoy the journey and the research.  

Also, I really know nothing about blogging so be patient with my attempts until I better learn what is going on!  And I ask for your patience and understanding if I happen to express feelings that may be different from your own.  I'd love to hear your thoughts whether they are similar or different from mine as I feel that is the true course to true understanding and peace on earth! :-)

Thank you!!

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