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The latest poll results

With all of the political polling going on, I decided to poll my family members around the dinner table about their preferences as to where we should live. The choices are: Stay in Overland Park and attend the same school, … Continue reading

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They want to hire me

Well, my interview went well! It lasted for 2 hours and they definitely want to hire me! When the owner asked if I wanted to work there, I told him that I would like to know what they are willing … Continue reading

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Scouting out the land

In anticipation of a positive interview, I decided to drive to the area to “scout out the land” just in case this actually works out. First of all, it is 28 miles away! Even if we get a car that gets 30 … Continue reading

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I’m not making this up

Since searching for a job using the Internet has not been going well, I decided to try my hand at something that I am just not good at: networking. A little over one month ago, we visited a new church. … Continue reading

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He is in the winepress

As if the front of his neck being covered with scabs, a major conflict with his teacher, not being able to train with the wrestling team or being able to work at his job because of his skin condition weren’t … Continue reading

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The balloon was losing a little air

As you probably know, I have been eagerly anticipating a call from a man who wants to hire me. I had to wait all last week because the man that currently does the job that I will be doing was … Continue reading

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He fit the profile

I could tell that something was wrong as soon as I picked my son up from school at 3:50 this afternoon. (My daughter was running the three miles to our apartment!) This morning he took a flyer that highlighted the SIGNIFICANT … Continue reading

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You have such good kids

Well, it’s official now. I went to Parent-Teacher conferences tonight and heard how wonderful my children are! If they only knew the real truth… just kidding. I have to say that it was rather pleasant hearing their respective teachers compliment … Continue reading

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I should have known

I need to toughen up. I mean, sometimes I am such an easy touch… For example, as I sat in the truck outside of Costco, my wife called and asked if I was already outside waiting. “Yes.” “I have to buy … Continue reading

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You have a chance to change

My youngest daughter has started an exercise program this year. And like most people, she has struggled. She will get inspired, start vigorously, make a few allowances because she doesn’t “feel” like exercising, have a few small changes in her … Continue reading

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