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10 | SIGNATURE MONTANA SIGNATURE MONTANA | EDITOR'S LETTER Hayley Lenington-Leray, Editor A God's Blessings to all, e Lie said to the Truth, "Let's take a bath together, the well water is very nice. e Truth, still suspicious, tested the water and found out it really was nice. So, they got naked and bathed. But suddenly, the Lie leaped out of the water and fled, wearing the clothes of the Truth. e Truth, furious, climbed out of the well to get her clothes back. But the World, upon seeing the naked Truth, looked away with anger and contempt. Poor Truth returned to the well and disappeared forever, hiding her shame. Since then, the Lie has run around the World, dressed as the Truth, and society is very happy… because the world has no desire to know the naked Truth! But let us not despair. e seasons remind us that change is inevitable, but they also remind us of renewal. As we embrace autumn, with its crisp air and golden leaves, perhaps it's time to reflect on the truths we've hidden away, to seek them out, even if they are uncomfortable, and to bring them back into the light. Let us strive to l ive in a way that honors the truth, even when the world prefers the lie, for it is in truth, not deception, that we will find our way back to a life of righteousness and purpose. As we turn the page to a new season, let this issue of Signature MT be a bright and comforting distraction from the digital noise that oen clouds our lives. Within these pages, you'll find stories that inspire, images that soothe, and a reminder of the beauty and authenticity that still surrounds us, waiting to be embraced. Take a moment to disconnect and rediscover the simple joys that ground us in a rapidly changing world. s the warmth of summer fades and autumn's golden hues begin to drape the landscape, I find myself marveling at how swily time marches on. One moment, the sun was high, and the air was thick with the hum of life, and now, almost in the blink of an eye, we stand on the cusp of fall. It's as if the seasons themselves are in a hurry, eager to shove us forward into the unknown, much like the relentless march of time in our own lives. It's a reminder of life's fleeting nature—how quickly the days turn into years and how, in the blink of an eye, innocence gives way to the stark realities of the world. I remember a time when the world seemed a bit gentler, and people were kinder, when the media—be it television, film, radio, or print—served as a gateway to stories that, while not always perfect, were told with a sense of decency. Profanity was unheard of in the public sphere, and the mere suggestion of nudity or explicit content was met with raised eyebrows and swi consequences. But now, restraint has given way to indulgence, and what was once considered shocking has become commonplace. Social media has blurred the boundaries between lies and truth. As I watch, I can't help but wonder—have we lost our way? Has the world we once knew, grounded in values and guided by a sense of right and wrong, given way to something darker, something more hollow? A dear friend recently shared an old fable titled 'e Naked Truth,' and its message feels more relevant than ever. In a world where false narratives and manipulated information oen obscure reality, we cling to what comforts us rather than confront the difficult truths we find easier to ignore. is timeless tale serves as a poignant reminder of the realities we choose to avoid.