(In the past few years I've had many conversations with adults who struggle with dyslexia. So many of these individuals have mentioned dealing with feelings of worthlessness. With this in mind, I thought I'd repost something I wrote a few years back.) I'm Dyslexic...No Joke! I don’t enjoy reading. I’ve been told this is the definition of dyslexia. Or at least part of … [Read more...] about Dyslexia is not a character flaw
‘President Hillary Clinton?’ In mock election, she wallops the competition
'President Hillary Clinton?' In mock election, she wallops the competition. (+video) (via The Christian Science Monitor) Copyright ImageClick to View Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton speaking at the Women in the World Conference on Friday in New York. Clinton is working on a memoir and policy book about her years with the Obama administration. The … [Read more...] about ‘President Hillary Clinton?’ In mock election, she wallops the competition
Fidel Castro on Kim Jong-un’s ‘Duty to Avoid War’ in Korea (Juventud Rebelde, Cuba)
Would Fidel Castro have some pull with North Korea's Kim Jong-un? The former Cuba dictator has a message for North Korea's young 'revolutionary' leader. In this special edition of Reflections of Fidel, a column that Castro stopped writing in June 2012, the Cuban icon reminds his younger charge that he knew his grandfather Kim Il-sung, and that jeopardizing people at the heart … [Read more...] about Fidel Castro on Kim Jong-un’s ‘Duty to Avoid War’ in Korea (Juventud Rebelde, Cuba)
New Navy Ship Honors 9/11 Pentagon Victims
The color guard parades the colors during the commissioning ceremony for the amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington on Naval Station Norfolk in Norfolk, Va., April 6, 2013. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Frank J. Pikul) Today, Saturday, the USS Arlington (LPD 24) was commissioned at Naval Station Norfolk, Va., and officially joined the Navy … [Read more...] about New Navy Ship Honors 9/11 Pentagon Victims
Rev. Rick Warren’s Son, Dead by Suicide
The youngest son, Matthew, has committed suicide. The evangelical megachurch called Saddleback Church, announced the death of the 27-year-old today Saturday. The son died Friday night. Described in the church statement as a good person who "suffered from mental illness that resulted in deep depression and suicidal thoughts...“Despite the best healthcare available, this … [Read more...] about Rev. Rick Warren’s Son, Dead by Suicide
NRA’s tactics are working
In Congress and in some states, the NRA has already found ways to expand gun rights in the months since Newtown. The group successfully won congressional approval for new rules to ease importation of firearms that contradicted what Obama requested in the January launch of his anti-violence initiative. ...WaPo The NRA is winning this one again. The problem seems to stem … [Read more...] about NRA’s tactics are working
Freedom of Speech in Egypt (Cartoon)
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Reid Hints at “Nuclear Option” On Obama Judge Nominees
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid is not-so-subtly suggesting he may use the "nuclear option" to change a situation noted by many analysts: the virtually unprecedented blockage of a huge number of judicial appointments by President Barack Obama by GOPers. It used to be said (until now) that when a President comes in he influences the make up of the judiciary. Republicans have … [Read more...] about Reid Hints at “Nuclear Option” On Obama Judge Nominees
North Korea crisis: How did it come to this?
North Korea crisis: How did it come to this? (via AFP) Tensions have soared in recent weeks over North Korea, which has threatened a nuclear strike against the United States and has allegedly moved missiles to its east coast. HOW DID IT COME TO THIS? The latest crisis erupted when North Korea fired a long-range rocket on December 12 that splashed down… … [Read more...] about North Korea crisis: How did it come to this?
Mad Man (Cartoon)
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North Korea conflict: A timeline in memes
North Korea conflict: A timeline in memes (via GlobalPost) Confused by all the movement going on in the Koreas lately? Not to worry, GlobalPost is here to bring you an illustrated timeline of recent events â?? with a special twist. Katrine Dermody and Stacey Leasca On March 11, pumped to kick off their annual joint military drills, the United States and… … [Read more...] about North Korea conflict: A timeline in memes
Cuts to Social Security? What Obama is proposing
Cuts to Social Security? What Obama is proposing. (via The Christian Science Monitor) Copyright ImageClick to View This 2005 photo shows rolls of blank social security checks at the U.S. Treasury's Financial Management services facility in Philadelphia. (Bradley C Bower/AP/File) President Obama is embracing some controversial entitlement reforms in an effort to reach a … [Read more...] about Cuts to Social Security? What Obama is proposing
Quote of the Day: Sean Hannity Defends Mike Rice
Our Quote of the Day comes from Fox News' Sean Hannity who defended fired Rutger's basketball coach Mike Rice for getting rough with his players -- something caught on video that has also now led to the resignation of Rutger's athletic director: “Maybe we need a little more discipline in society. Maybe we don’t have to be a bunch of wimps for the rest of our lives,” he … [Read more...] about Quote of the Day: Sean Hannity Defends Mike Rice
Charity and Coffee: Tracking A Facebook Meme
You may have seen the photo in your Facebook newsfeed: a down-on-his luck older man, sipping a cup of coffee. Accompanying the photo, a poignant story about paying-it-forward by buying coffee that someone else - someone in need - can drink ("suspended coffee"). The acts of charity reportedly began in post-War Naples and took off like wild fire in poverty-stricken … [Read more...] about Charity and Coffee: Tracking A Facebook Meme
Tim Pernetti resigns as Rutgers athletic director in wake of basketball scandal
Tim Pernetti resigns as Rutgers athletic director in wake of basketball scandal (via NJ.com) By Ted Sherman and Kelly Heyboer/The Star-Ledger NEW BRUNSWICK — Rutgers athletic director Tim Pernetti, who hired and then opted not to fire the coach at the center of the growing scandal that has all but engulfed Rutgers University, was forced to resign today. Saying he did so … [Read more...] about Tim Pernetti resigns as Rutgers athletic director in wake of basketball scandal
Obama angers left by proposing Social Security Cuts
Uh oh, are we seeing here the ground work for some Democrats to (again) decide to teach their party a lesson and stay home and ensure a nice, big Republican victory at the polls in 2014 (and then complain about the Republicans winning so big)? Why do I get a sense of deja vu starting to rear its ugly repetitive head? Liberals are mounting strong criticisms of President … [Read more...] about Obama angers left by proposing Social Security Cuts
Using My Love of”The Platters”To Urge End of Sequestration
I am a big fan of the 1950?s group, “The Platters.” And as the sequester enters it second month, I can honestly say “It Isn’t Right” that the American people are being forced to bear such consequences. When it comes to Congress and the President, they are by no means “Enchanted.” And surely, they don’t think “You’ve Got The Magic Touch.” The damage to many Americans in just … [Read more...] about Using My Love of”The Platters”To Urge End of Sequestration
The ‘Vic Mathias’ Honor Flight: Be On It
For those who like to skip the verbiage and get to the bottom-line fast: An “Honor Flight” with 34 World War II veterans aboard will fly to our nation’s capital from Austin, Texas, on April 26 so that these members of the Greatest Generation can visit the World War II Memorial built in their honor. On the return flight home, a “mail call” will be held to distribute notes and … [Read more...] about The ‘Vic Mathias’ Honor Flight: Be On It
For Peace, U.S. Must Pledge Not to Topple Pyongyang Regime (Huanqiu, People’s Republic of China)
What are the preconditions for an end to the North Korea crisis? While most Western observers would say a regime change in Pyongyang is the key, Beijing warns just the opposite. According to this editorial from China's state-run Huanqiu, only a 'guarantee of DPRK national and regime security' coupled with a 'normalization of North Korea's economy' will bring an end to the … [Read more...] about For Peace, U.S. Must Pledge Not to Topple Pyongyang Regime (Huanqiu, People’s Republic of China)
Through the Eyes and from the Hearts of America’s Military Children (Update)
UPDATE: The April issue of “Airman,” the official magazine of the United States Air Force has a very interesting article that tells the story of military children who move frequently -- including to overseas assignments -- and the special challenges they face. For example, read about Brent who lived in 10 different states, as well as three years in … [Read more...] about Through the Eyes and from the Hearts of America’s Military Children (Update)