A portion of proceeds benefit the Learning Makes a Difference Foundation, a 501(c)(3)Saying of the Day
“I realize that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness towards anyone.”
—
Recent Posts
Interesting Stories
How intellectual pollution has crippled America’s childrenSome countries are smarter than others.
Better Running Through WalkingI’m convinced that those of us run-walking the marathon will have the last laugh.
Caring for Your Introvert Do you know someone who needs hours alone every day?
And the Angels Rejoice There is nothing so inspiring as public service, so I’ve been incredibly moved over the past few weeks to watch squads of corporate executives come to the White House so President Obama could announce that he was giving away their money.
Happy Like God What is happiness? How does one get a grip on this most elusive, intractable and perhaps unanswerable of questions?
BOOK REVIEW: Newt Gingrich and His Daughter Assemble Comments from Liberals, Conservatives from Many Professions in ‘5 Principles for a Successful Life’ By David M. Kinchen Huntingtonnews.net Book Critic 12 May 2009
Gingrich Family’s 5 Principles for Success This is a rush transcript from “Hannity,” May 11, 2009. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated.
Chrysler Cut-Up’s Contract Killers I’m saying that when the president does it that means it’s not illegal
PERSONAL BEST – Want to Go Faster? You Need a TrainerIF anyone ever wondered whether it was talent or sustained systematic training that makes athletes so good, they need only look at Joshua Gordon, a professional mediator in Boston.
Commentary: Miss California, thanks for being honestA lot of folks are always saying they like to keep it real, that they want authenticity and straight talk. Yet when someone actually does it, there is hell to pay.
What Are Friends For? A Longer Life – NYTimes.comIn the quest for better health, many people turn to doctors, self-help books or herbal supplements. But they overlook a powerful weapon that could help them fight illness and depression, speed recovery, slow aging and prolong life: their friends.
Noonan: Goodbye Bland Affluence – WSJ.comA small sign of the times: USA Today this week ran an article about a Michigan family that, under financial pressure, decided to give up credit cards, satellite television, high-tech toys and restaurant dining, to live on a 40-acre farm and become more se
The Impact of Home and Community Gardening in AmericaFindings from the National Gardening Association’s new survey indicate that food gardening in the U.S. is on the rise.
‘Bailout psychology’ destroying the economyTreasury Secretary Tim Geithner would say taxpayers must “help” so stockholders get the “right” price. Obama and his economic gurus all chant, “Credit is the lifeblood of the economy,” but they mean debt.
Giving Capitalism Its DueThe head of the Kauffman Foundation on the importance of entrepreneurship.
Workers Are Really Working Up a SweatAnxious employees are hustling like crazy these days. Sometimes, it’s enough to drive their bosses a little crazy
The West’s Fatal OverdoseInstead of “stability, growth, jobs,” the summit’s real slogan should have been “debt, unemployment, inflation.”
John Rich: Nation’s Financial Crisis Inspired “Shuttin’ Detroit Down”I used Detroit as the emblem of hard-working America.
Destroying The Integrity Of NonprofitsThe recently passed so-called stimulus law contains dire threats of which most Americans are unaware.
Accidental entrepreneursIf you’d asked me 10 years ago to outline my future, ‘Not an entrepreneur’ would have been pretty high up there.
Commentary: Is Obama skidding or crashing?Whether it’s fire walking or knowing that the Earth is round, everyone seems to dig counterintuitive thinking.
The High Cost of VolunteeringStimulus packages and bailouts are getting all the headlines, but President Barack Obama’s plans for national service are also pricey
Fifteen tips on how to live to 100Follow this checklist of 15 tips and you could add up to 77 years to your life.
In Rough Economy, Marketers Must Redefine ‘Value,’ Firm Saysthe UK and U.S. are pessimistic, while Chinese citizens see a bright future once the economy goes through short-term turmoil
Survey: Nonprofit donations downThe economy is presenting significant challenges for America’s charities, with fewer than half raising more money in 2008 than in 2007
