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Thursday, June 3, 2004

The Little Things

In our hurried world, we sometimes take the little things for granted. Bright sunny days, the kindness of strangers, and special friendships. Family. Time with those we love. Yes, few people can honestly have it said about them that they truly knew how to take nothing for granted and considered each... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, May 29, 2004

Men,The Opposite Sex...Really?

Lately, I have been wondering who originated referring to men as, "the opposite sex". Opposite of what? What makes them so opposite, anyhow? Where oh where, in the book of Genesis did God say, "I give you Adam, the opposite sex,"? Some of the most treasured, valued and loved people in my life, are... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, May 18, 2004

One Page at A Time

Imagine not being able to read a newspaper, understand a recipe, or enjoy a letter. We don’t give it much thought, and sometimes even take our ability to read for granted. However, adult illiteracy is a serious problem. When a radio program profiled Literacy Volunteers of America, I became involved... Sign in to see full entry.

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Title IX: Does It Still Matter?

"No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." Title IX, 1972, Education Amendments No single piece of... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, May 17, 2004

Circle Story (part 2)

I know... I know. I've kept you waiting all day with bated breath on the edge of your seat, wondering how on earth I, the book, a m still useful in the professional world. Not just any professional world, mind you, but a professional world where the Internet, CNN, and all other sources of instantly... Sign in to see full entry.

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