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We found a program for the kid

If you’ve been following some of my previous posts, you know that a recent source of stress in our lives has been finding a program for the kid for the next school year.  It seems like some good karma has come our way, and we found something that is a great fit. My kid...
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Free books for kids from Dolly Parton

We are regular visitors to our local library.  A month or so ago, I was a little surprised to see Dolly Parton’s smiling face on a brochure at the children’s desk.  After a moment of wondering how Dolly manages to look exactly the same as she did 25 years ago, curiosity got the best...
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Take free classes with HP

There are a lot of short classes on a variety of topics available for free at Hewlett- Packard’s Learning Center. Topics include Windows Vista, Microsoft Office programs, networking, and general business skills. The classes usually run for 6 weeks, and there are forums to keep things interactive. I have taken one course so far;...
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How would you handle this situation?

The ignorance of people never ceases to amaze me. I do need to divulge a little personal information to put this story in its proper context.  I have dark hair and eyes, but am not sure of my ethnic heritage because I do not know my father.  My mom is Caucasian, but I don’t...
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