Category Archives: A Step Ahead

Information Junkies

Posted on March 1, 2012

The constant availability of seemingly accurate information on the Internet is starting to change the world in more ways than we can readily understand. We know exactly how far away something is, exactly who was where and when, how that … Continue reading →

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Give Of Yourself

Posted on February 1, 2012

“I didn’t say you had to let him win. I just said if you guys are playing something and he’s winning … just … uh … let him stay ahead sometimes.” “I don’t understand, Mom.” “Someday you will. Just trust … Continue reading →

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Become A Moral Compass

Posted on January 2, 2012

During a routine check-up recently, it was discovered that I had a high blood-pressure episode, so the doctor thought best to monitor the pressure overnight. In a matter of minutes, I was promoted from hospital visitor to hospital patient. I … Continue reading →

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Ain’t Too Proud To Brag

Posted on November 6, 2011

I am an American citizen. I may get a little confused when I tell the stories of my country–like James Madison’s role in writing the Constitution or exactly what is provided for in the Bill of Rights–but I know what … Continue reading →

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Shedding Cement Shoes

Posted on October 3, 2011

As a young teenager, I found working to be uniquely exciting. Since I was always drawn to independence, working eventually led to a freedom of choice in the clothes I wanted to wear, the food I wanted to eat, and … Continue reading →

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