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I Survived Covid-19: How My Faith Helped Guide Me
Our entire household—my wife and four children—tested positive for COVID-19. I had a serious case. I was hospitalized for a week. In the end, I recovered, and the hospital staff applauded me the day I was wheeled out. By the grace of God, I survived.
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You Have 8 Children? Don’t You Know What Causes Those?
Don't you know what causes those?
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National Teen Conference: Moral Questions for our Times
I attended a National Catholic Youth Conference along with 23,500 teens from all across the US. Will these types of experiences help us be more conscientious of what we post to social media sites?
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Stand-Up Comedy: Want to Try It?
For anyone who wants to give stand-up comedy a try, here's my experience. While I'm not a touring comedian, I once won the Jay Leno Comedy Challenge and opened for comedians Drew Carey and Jeff Dunham.
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6 Near Death Experiences & Covid
I have had some close calls in my life. I have learned a lot from them.
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Pokemon Go: What Is It? Are There Risks?
Is this simply fun and games? I investigate some pros and cons.
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Family Trip to the Black Hills: Reflections, Reviews and Recommendations
Our family road-tripped from Iowa to the Badlands to experience Mount Rushmore, Black Hills tours, Crazy Horse National Monument, Jewel Cave and more! Get recommendations for places to stay and things to do.
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Benchmarking and Performance Standards
Setting performance standards and establishing benchmarking goals is essential for both public and private organizations
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7 Budgeting Methods. Which One is Best?
7 budgeting methods are examined for 5 educational settings. The State of Iowa, Minnesota, Georgia, California and Ohio are evaluated. Should lottery proceeds be used as funding?
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High School Graduation and Dropout Rates
Equity or Equality: Which policy approach best addresses graduation and dropout rates?
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Strategic Planning Using SMART, SWOT, and SOAR Analysis
Write your business goals and objectives using the criteria of these three top strategic planning methods.
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Corruption & Sex Scandals: Can Trust of Public Leadership Be Restored?
We hold a high standard for public professionals and church officials. What can be done to restore our trust when scandals arise? It is time to restore professional ethics.
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Can the Holy Spirit Change Your Life?
The Holy Spirit changed my life. Can He change yours?
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Mom, Suffering and Scleroderma: A Journey of Faith
Mom was diagnosed with a terminal illness. She did not die on her own terms but through faith, offered her suffering to the Lord.
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9 Database Models for Writing a Strategy Statement
Consider incorporating databases as part of your organization's mission and strategy statements. A specific objective should be the expansion of information technology across all work silos.
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Performance Standards and Government Effectiveness
I test the hypothesis that governments who implement performance standards increase their effectiveness and efficiency. Does citizen involvement improve the process and quality of services?
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Study: Does Increased Welfare Spending Reduce Poverty Rates?
How much government spending on welfare is needed? This study suggests that although the US has increased its spending on welfare programs, poverty rates have not been reduced significantly.
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10 Ways to Deodorize Your Car
I used everything from ozone to car deodorizer bombs, pet odor eliminators, canisters, vent clips, sprays, syringes, liquids, and fresh air. See what was the most effective!