November 2010
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Restoring a Broken, yet Whimsical Nation
During my month in Uganda, the people there captured my heart. I will forever remember the joy, hope, and love that was deeply rooted in the hearts of the people there. Therefore, I am so blessed to see people who want to make a difference and restore this broken nation. It is truly a nation full of whimsy.
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A Hole in Her Throat
Here is a blog from, current World Racer Stacey Hume. It is a beautiful depiction of the many emotions and brokenness I felt while on the Race. I knew that Africa would be different. I knew from the bus ride, the dusty landscape, and the few people I had met, that this place would change me. Three days in, and it has already come true. Covered in two days of dust, and five sleepless...
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The Boss Gets Serious About Weight Loss: His Diet...
While I was in Boston last week, The Boss and Our Manager had their first Biggest Loser Work Edition weigh-in. It was more than disappointing. Each only lost about a pound. In response, The Boss has become serious about his diet and exercise.
His plan of action: small, healthy meals. However, these only work if you eat frequently. Around 4:00, The Boss came into my office complaining of a...
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The Biggest Loser: The Boss Weighs In
The Boss and Our Manager decided to begin a weight loss competition at work, The Biggest Loser-Work Edition.
Our Manager purchased a scale, and each week he and The Boss will weigh in.
I am not sure what the winner receives, but I do know this will provide weeks of entertainment.
In true finance fashion, Our Manager put together a spreadsheet and chart to track their progress.
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Insignificant
My generation is striving to change the world. I have grown up with people whose desire is to feed the hungry, house the homeless, and make a difference. My generation is striving to be significant.
On the surface, this seems like a noble thing. What is wrong with wanting to change the world, to stand up for a cause? One thing: most people are consumed with this thought, “I want to be...
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He Stepped Out of the Office: The Boss and Email...
While I was in The Boss’ office, learning another way to enter the same information in a spreadsheet, just with different colors in a different order, The Boss received an email requiring the assistance of Our Manager. When The Boss called for Our Manager and when received no response, he simply replied, “he stepped out of the office…”
Two seconds after The Boss clicks...
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"Jesus had HIV"
Today the headlines on bbc.com included an article about outrage in South Africa over a pastor who began a three-part sermon series titled “Jesus was HIV Positive”. Christians across the world have spoken out against Pastor Skosana’s statement, claiming he is mocking Christ and placing a socially-unacceptable stigma on a man who was sinless. However, Pastor Skosana is not claiming this statement...
