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Parents choosing Catholic school values
In two states where school-choice vouchers are available, many parents are choosing Catholic schools. After my own Catholic school experience, I think I know why.
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BFG?
I’m sure that like me, many of you also grew up hearing stories about giants—be they from the Bible, Jack’s infamous Bean Stalk, or in the grocery store aisle in the form of every child’s favorite Jolly green giant—and it’s probably crossed your mind at least once what you would…
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Tick bites are surging in the US
WASHINGTON — The prime time for ticks is here in the United States, and after an especially active start to the season, experts are urging the public to stay alert and take preventive measures.
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They fought for this country, they shouldn’t have to leave it to heal
Veterans with severe PTSD and depression are increasingly traveling overseas for treatments they cannot legally access in the United States.
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Listening to the Heart: What survival and science are saying
Recently, I learned of two very interesting stories that I feel highlight, from the perspective of survival and science, the very true adage: “Never solve a temporary problem with a permanent solution.”
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Orbs among us
First there were three, then five, now eight missing top UFO scientists—and it’s not just this news that has conspiracy theorists reaching for their tin foil hats—there have also been mysterious sounds and lights in our night sky. Not to mention President Trump has ordered full alien disclosure and former…
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I hate it here
Welcome once again to my nook, where the pendulum of topics I touch seems to swing in two opposite directions: things I love or hate. This week, I’m embracing hatred — sort of.
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Come fly with me
I absolutely dread flying. Traveling solo has its perks — you move at the beat of your own drum — but you also have to deal with sitting next to a stranger on a flight. Not bueno.
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The year I read with intention, not perfection
As the new year creeps in, I’ve come to the realization that I’ve actually read far more books than I anticipated. Making myself my own case study did the trick. Setting the bar low for my reading goal propelled me into success. I’ve always hyperfixated on reaching a number because…
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No bed of roses
My house plants and I are in a dysfunctional relationship where I forget to water them and they forget to live.
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Save our cryptids
Legend has it a fearsome beast roams the Pine Barrens, a beast with a horned head and goat hooves.
