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Mother, Daughter, and the monster
Mary Wollstonecraft was a trail blazer in life and literature. She is most famous for A Vindication of the Rights of Woman (1792). Her legacy is marked by the passionate belief that women should receive a full academic education, just like men. She also opposed social and economic double standards. Her work influenced an era…
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At the Moment of Commitment
On December 16, 2019, I watched my mother take her last breath on earth. Despite the sorrow, it was an honor to midwife her over to the other side. I learned something surprising that day. In the same way that you bond with the people who witness a soul coming into the world, you also…
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The Carbon Archer
Well, after weeks of waiting and impatiently hoping for the phone call that my beloved Hoyt Carbon RX9 is in, the wait finally ended. YES! I am the proud owner of a high-end Hoyt hunting bow! And it feels good! I custom ordered the olive drab green riser and black limbs. The color scheme is for Cerebral…
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Glow from the Inside Out: Nutrition for Radiant Skin, Hair, and Mood
Glow from the Inside Out: Nutrition for Radiant Skin, Hair, and Mood By Corry Matthews As the days get longer and the sunshine gets stronger, it’s natural to want to feel lighter, more energized—and yes, radiant. But that glow you’re craving doesn’t need to come from a 12-step skincare routine or pricey products. The real…
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The New Leadership Model: Active Listening
An active, empathetic approach to leading others can build trust, deepen relationships and uncover opportunities. The focus needs to be on constant improvement in the Art of Listening. Having said that, there’s more to consider. We seem caught in the whirlwind of our digital age; every moment feels like it’s moving at double-speed, in a…
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How to Cope When the World Feels Overwhelming
Dear Grayce, Every time I scroll through my phone, there’s another crisis. Wars, politics, environmental disasters—the universe has cranked the chaos dial up to eleven. I want to stay informed but not feel like I’m carrying the world’s weight on my shoulders. I feel helpless. I want to do something but don’t know where to…
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S.T.R.I.V.E. for Work-Life Harmony: Strategies to Reduce Overwhelm and Prevent Burnout
As a business owner for the past 28 years and, as a speaker, consultant and trainer working with businesses and organizations across many sectors, I often hear similar comments across sectors and roles, which follow these themes: Reduce stress and fatigue and STRIVE forward for better wellness, productivity and joy. Here is my STRIVE strategy:…
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Motherhood: Would You Do It Again?
It was in the restroom of a CVS where I discovered that I was pregnant, with my third son. Yes, a CVS restroom. Let me tell you a story… I gave blood and platelets regularly at a Red Cross donation center. When you have a common blood type, “O” positive, the vampires seek you out.…
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Everybody Hates Me on April Fool’s Day
To me, there is nothing more delightful than laughing, which is why I love practical jokes. Pulling them on others. It’s a one-way street. No one is allowed to pull them on me. I’ll have to give you the backstory before I tell you about the first prank I ever played on my husband, Funk.…
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Setting Down the Cape
It was mostly during third grade when my two best friends and I would play Charlie’s Angels, the popular 1970s detective series, featuring three beautiful, brilliant women and a mysterious boss, Charlie. Despite being blonde, I always played dark-haired Sabrina, the quintessential tomboy. Deep down, I didn’t mind: she was smart and could run fast.…
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Ghosting: Protecting Your Peace or Reflecting Our Times?
Dear Grayce,I’ve recently been ghosted by someone I considered a friend, confusing me. One day, we were texting and making plans, and the next, they stopped responding entirely. I’ve tried reaching out several times, but it’s been radio silence. This isn’t the first time I’ve been ghosted. Why is ghosting becoming so common? Is it…
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FORGE IT!!
No, this article is not about forging documents. It is about the medieval art of forging a blade from steel. Yes, knife making has been a highly skilled trade for many years. The ancient Japanese art of sword making perfected design elements. They fold the steel over a thousand times to ensure the blade will…
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DETOX: Spring Cleaning for Your Body, Too!
Just as we tidy up our homes in the spring, our bodies also deserve a seasonal reset. Over time, toxins from processed foods, environmental pollutants, and even daily stress accumulate, leaving us feeling sluggish, bloated, and out of balance. We struggle with mood swings, digestive discomfort, stubborn weight gain, trouble sleeping. Maintaining our metabolism and…
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Perspectives Across Generations
What does success look like at different ages? How do dreams, priorities, and circumstances evolve? I interviewed three remarkable women, each representing a different generation: at 20, 44 and 73. Goals, ambitions and fulfillment seemed to be similar, yet shift over time. Ellen Jones, “El” as she prefers, is a busy 20-year-old junior at Gonzaga…
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My Mother Was an Artist
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Developing Dubai: “The Vegas of the Middle East”
International Property ShowDubai World Trade CentreApril 14-16, 2025 The International Property Show (IPS) is a prominent event that brings together real estate buyers, sellers, developers, financial institutions, and industry professionals. This 20+ year event plays a vital role in the property market. I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Dawood Al Shezawi, President of IPS,…
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A Contract That Unites Us
The author, TM Scanlon refers to the philosophical idea of “contractualism,” or, as he puts it, “what we owe to each other.” Pared down and simplified this concept concerns the morality of interpersonal behavior. When I first heard this as a question “What do we owe to each other?” an offshoot of the ubiquitous “What…
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So Much Love
In 1988, since I wanted to be a stay-at-home mom, we moved to Kansas City because Funk was offered a job there that covered my lost wages. We’d changed locations many times, but this was a difficult move. Missouri is in the middle of the country and the people were so different than the people…
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Is There a Hotseat in Your Class?
Many years ago, when a new student joined my English class after the school year began, she responded to a question with “I don’t know.” Some kids quietly groaned or rolled their eyes. A couple leaned over and whispered, “That’s not allowed in this class.” That surprised me because I never told them not to…
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The Strait and Arrow
I had an archery set when I was six. My dad would set up a hay bale or some other kind of target in the backyard for me to practice on. Learning was not easy. You use muscles that you didn’t even know you had! Mixing the necessary skills with my cerebral palsy adds another complication.…