Monthly Archives: September 2011

The Parachute

Posted on September 24, 2011 by

Charles Plumb, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate, was a jet fighter pilot in Vietnam. After 75 combat missions, his plane was destroyed by a surface-to-air missile. Plumb ejected and parachuted into enemy hands. He was captured and spent six years in a … Continue reading →

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His name was Fleming

Posted on September 24, 2011 by

Who would have guessed this was how a wonderful life-saving drug was discovered? Certainly not me. You know I always wondered how Winston Churchill and Alexander Fleming got their starts… His name was Fleming, and he was a poor Scottish … Continue reading →

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Forrest Gump In Heaven

Posted on September 24, 2011 by

Forrest Gump dies and goes to heaven. He is met at the pearly gates by St. Peter himself. The gates are closed, however, and Forrest approaches the gatekeeper. St. Peter says, “Well, Forrest, it’s certainly good to see you. We … Continue reading →

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Fun Historical Facts

Posted on September 24, 2011 by

The next time you are washing your hands and complain because the water temperature isn’t just how you like it, think about how things used to be. Here are some facts about the 1500s: Most people got married in June … Continue reading →

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Unconditional Acceptance

Posted on September 24, 2011 by

Got this in my e-mail and wanted to share with all my readers. No matter what our situations are, we all want to be accepted, despite our socioeconomc status, race, sexual orientation, or disability. I have found the true meaning … Continue reading →

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Will You Give This To My Daddy?

Posted on September 23, 2011 by

My mom sent this to me and as a HUGE supporter of the U.S. military, I felt I needed to share this with all of you. Let’s bring them all home and show our support by wearing red every Friday. … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let the Super Committee Eliminate Programs for Kids with Disabilities

Posted on September 21, 2011 by

If you’ve been reading my blog since the beginning, you’ve probably noticed that I am really proud of receiving my high school diploma and college degree. Getting an education was really important to me, not only because I was able … Continue reading →

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Encouragement for Today

Posted on September 21, 2011 by

You know, sometimes somebody comes along at JUST the right moment… those moments you have no energy, are facing an uphill struggle, are fighting and clawing just to make ends meet, are questioning your purpose in life and your reason … Continue reading →

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How Can This Be?

Posted on September 20, 2011 by

Here is yet another heartfelt, inspirational guest post by my friend Janet, whom I met on Twitter. You may recall she guest hosted on the blog a couple months ago, but if not, go ahead and re-read her first post. Janet … Continue reading →

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Maggie and Her Four-Legged Angels

Posted on September 20, 2011 by

I met Maggie a few months ago on Twitter (seems to be a pattern there Jason) and was really captivated by her work. I offered her the chance to be a guest blogger, and she graciously accepted. I’ve always had a soft … Continue reading →

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