Does not depend on my knowledge of it, opinion of it, or even awareness of it

Corresponds with a reality outside of me

Remains true even if people disagree with it or it is unpopular

Corresponds to a reality within me (what I think, feel, prefer)

Coffee is better than tea.

Everyone needs to eat more chocolate.

It is snowing right now.

Drinking hot chocolate is the best way to enjoy a snow day.

Sister Maria Grace likes the color yellow.

St. James's mascot is the Knights.

Homemade pizza is better than takeout.

Kentucky is the most fun state to visit in the United States.

Human beings should be treated with respect.

Dogs are better than cats.

It's normal to be upset if someone tells mean lies about you.

Parents give us life and deserve respect.

Football is a more interesting sport than soccer.

A loving God exists.

The trees at St. James are taller than those at my house.