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The nature and depth of human pride are illuminated by comparing boasting to self-pity. Both are manifestations of pride. Boasting is the response of pride to success. Self-pity is the response of pride to suffering. Boasting says, 'I deserve admiration because I have achieved so much.' Self-pity says, 'I deserve admiration because I have suffered so much.' Boasting is the voice of pride in the heart of the strong. Self-pity is the voice of pride in the heart of the weak. Boasting sounds self-sufficient. Self-pity sounds self-sacrificing. The reason self-pity does not look like pride is that it appears to be so needy. But the need arises from a wounded ego. It doesn't come from a sense of unworthiness, but from a sense of unrecognized worthiness. It is the response of unapplauded pride. Christian Hedonism severs the root of self-pity. People don't feel self-pity when suffering is accepted for the sake of joy.

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Olive and Cream Cheese Sandwiches

January 23, 2023

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Dairy		Cream chees, Sandwiches	1	Servings

INGREDIENTS

4	sm	Blocks Philly
3/4	c	Pecans
1	c	Olives, chopped black — or
		Stuffed
		Or plain green
		Garlic juice — to taste
		Mayonnaise — to taste
		Chopped fine

INSTRUCTIONS

Soften cream cheese and add remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly. Use
mayonnaise to desired consistency. Spread on Pepperridge Farm thin sliced,
crusts removed and quarter.
Recipe By     : DDMmom
File ftp://ftp.idiscover.co.uk/pub/food/mealmaster/recipes/mmdja006.zip

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