current events
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Love in a Bottle
This morning I woke up to the sad news that another young Hollywood star was found dead in his hotel room after an apparent overdose. My first thought was, “Another one?” Then I…
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No Such Thing as Freedom of Speech
As this political season heats up, I can feel my temperature rising. I have never enjoyed election years, but so far, this one takes the cake. The whining and mud-slinging are just plain…
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Babies Everywhere
If you’ve been reading for a while, you know I often have questions about the things that puzzle me. I often wonder if I am the only one scratching her head when something…
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The Words We Speak
Yesterday yet another school shooting made national news. A young man in Chardon, OH opened fire and changed the lives of many families in an instant. The article I read said that the…
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‘Til Death Do Us Part
Marriage and divorce are common occurrences in our country. The divorce rate is appallingly high, and many say that no one stays married any more. Gordon and Norma Yeager of Iowa recently died…
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Gender Stereotypes
My sister by marriage posted this story on Facebook, and I’m dying to know what all of you think about it. I will reserve my opinions for a later time.
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Dead Terrorist Parade
By now we have all gotten the news of Bin Laden’s demise. There have been various responses to the news. Shock. Doubt. Elation. The other day I saw people marching and cheering and…
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I Hate Weddings
My heart is full this morning. As many of you may know, I hate weddings. It may seem odd that a woman hates weddings, but it’s true. I hate them passionately. Here’s why……
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Unsportsmanlike Conduct
I “witnessed” the Cavaliers disgraceful defeat by the Magic on Saturday night with a house-full of family. At the end, I sighed with relief. It’s not that I wanted them to lose, especially…
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Let’s Dance: My thoughts
When I first read this article, I was so shocked. It just really seems a little over the top to me. The kid went to the prom! He did not make a bomb…