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Thursday, July 15, 2004

Fair Comment

Growing up in Washington DC, I had always been aware of the social problems that exist. I knew adult literacy was a problem. However, I did not realize the severity until I started tutoring. Upon realizing my learners never learned to read, I was very angry. Washington D.C. is one of the wealthiest,... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, July 14, 2004

In The Loop

SUNDAY 3:45 PM These graduates and their dogs just completed a 16-week training class. Now each pair is a certified assistance team. Through Fidos for Freedom in Laurel, these dogs help their masters attain independence. “It’s a wonderful program,” says trainee Annette Leigh. “Being paired with my... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, July 12, 2004

My Fellow Toastmasters...

In a survey of worst fears, public speaking was second only to death. Many years ago, Dr. Ralph C. Smedley recognized the need to overcome this fear. In October 1924, a group of men led by Dr. Smedley met in the basement of the YMCA in Santa Ana, California. Their purpose? To form an association “to... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, June 8, 2004

Pinggo's Good-bye

Dear MandaLee, I am so sorry for all the trouble I caused you by running away when we were getting ready to go home. It was wrong of me to run out into a main intersection, crossing the street, nearly getting hit by cars and killed and stopping five cars of kind strangers in heavy rush hour traffic... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, June 7, 2004

Worth The Sacrifice?

Over the weekend, my brother graduated from high school. It was a very nice ceremony and his girlfriend was valedictorian. When my mom asked him if he had a good high school experience, his response was, "I guess so." In order to understand his response, you would have to know that after his... Sign in to see full entry.

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