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A Father and his Sons

August 21, 2010

It was a most unexpected meeting. Yet so comfortable and natural that I couldn’t help but admire, and smile, at the interaction between the two men. The son, making a routine stop at the bank on a lazy Saturday morning. The father, taking a leisurely walk to the store several blocks away. Both looking up [...]

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How to know when to say no.

July 17, 2010

When someone is dying from hypothermia or suffocation they often turn blue as the body pools blood to the critical organs in an attempt to preserve vital functions. So it seems appropriate that the states and cities around the country that are in the worst condition are in areas identified as “Blue States.” There is [...]

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The risk of reaching above the crowd

July 13, 2010

It was a sorry looking tree. But once I laid eyes on it I couldn’t quit staring. And after additional contemplation it became apparent there was

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Why Golf is the Hardest Sport

June 16, 2010

Imagine Kobe Bryant stepping up to take a foul shot. No time on the clock. Score tied. One shot to win. Now imagine during the timeout they have

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Why a 3-day weekend?

May 31, 2010

As we all enjoy the benefits of a long weekend and time with family, food and friends, let’s not forget the real reason for Memorial Day. For a small percent of families Memorial Day is not only a day to honor the memory of those who died while serving their county, it is a painful [...]

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What Makes a Good Mother?

May 9, 2010

It seems these days that society does it’s best to redefine mothers. I see moms who act not only like their children’s “friend,” but even worse, as a super friend. A friend with money and power to make things happen that like aged friends never could. And then there is the Genie Mom

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You’re Not Good Enough!

March 24, 2010

It is interesting where you find inspiration. Ever told yourself, or even worse, been told “You’re not good enough!” this story is for you. ApologetiX is a parody band. In addition to putting on a great show

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Changing Seasons – Life in Perspective

March 4, 2010

We like to complain about the rain in Oregon. Spring in Oregon brings out all the best and worst that Oregon’s changing seasons have to offer. Cold and rainy, clear and very cold, warm and sunny. As we native Oregonians say, “if you don’t like the weather now, just wait 5 minutes and it will [...]

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The times when you should forget about the big picture.

February 16, 2010

By Ted Werth It was our third backpacking trip on the Pacific Crest Trail and I remember the knee pain well. At first it was just a twinge. I didn’t think much of it and I for sure didn’t realize the pickle I was in until a full day later. It was sometime later that [...]

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How long can you sprint?

February 10, 2010

By Ted Werth Sprinting can be a good thing. If a child wanders into the street. If you are running from a fire. If you are being chased by a bear. But the thing about sprinting is

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