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Remembering James Harrison, blood plasma donor extraordinaire
In this post, I offer my thoughts on the passing of James Harrison, the incredible blood donor who saved 2.4 million babies with his rare blood plasma. Despite the ongoing need, many people say they are not able to donate blood because they fear needles. Then there is James Harrison, the Australian man who extended…
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Will the Eagles miss ‘super’ opportunity by declining invitation to the White House?
In this post, I offer my thoughts on how irresponsible reporting of rumors promotes disharmony and worse. Always check the source before spreading what is often misinformation. Following an erroneous article in The Sun (never to be mistaken for a bastion of journalistic ethics or accuracy), then picked up by other irresponsible media outlets and…
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Quick thinking while in the spotlight
In this post, I offer my thoughts on how singer Carrie Underwood followed in the footsteps of poet Robert Frost, who had to go to Plan B at the 1961 Presidential Inauguration. No matter how much planning goes into an event or performance, you must be ready for the inevitable surprises that occur. This is…
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Remember the past so we don’t repeat it
In this post, I offer my thoughts on the passing of WarrenUpton, the oldest survivor of the attacks on Pearl Harbor,and our need to study history so we don’t repeat itsatrocities. Quietly, on Christmas Day 2024, Warren “Red” Upton of San Jose, California, passed away at the incredible age of 105. Mr. Upton was the…
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Bob Dylan movie rekindles interest in his words
In this post, I offer my thoughts on the new movie about Bob Dylan, A Complete Unknown, stirring interest in many of the songwriter and singer’s famous words and lyrics. When Bob Dylan met the Beatles back in the sixties, it was clear he and John Lennon had different takes on the music of the…
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UPenn’s communication falls short in time of crisis
In this post, I offer my thoughts on the University of Pennsylvania’s poor communication related to the arrest of a Penn alum in the United Healthcare CEO assassination. The Chinese philosopher Confucius said, “Silence is a true friend who never betrays.” That is true when you are about to open your mouth and say something…
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