Monthly Archives: May 2009
Out Into the Sunshine
It’s a beautiful, sunshiny day in Minneapolis, one of those days that makes you wish that you were back in school and were about to embark on your summer break. But here I sit on the 17th floor, trying to … Continue reading
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Communicating: Toddle, Walk, Skip, and Run
Have you ever met someone who speaks flawlessly, as if they’ve mulled over many ideas and, after long reflection, selected the perfect phrase? Is this a learned trait, practiced and polished over time? Or is it natural? Or both? I’ve … Continue reading
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Why We Should Say “Oh” to Heroes
I love Peggy Noonan. She helps me (and many others) remember what makes America great, why our history is worth remembering and celebrating and honoring. When I opened The Wall Street Journal weekend edition on Saturday morning, I wasn’t surprised … Continue reading
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