December 2009
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Yiddish Word of the Week: Shlemiel
Shlemiel (shləmēl): [n] a clumsy, inept person, similar to a klutz (also a Yiddish word). The kind of person who always spills his soup. (Source: Daily Writing Tips) If you’re old enough to remember the 1970s sitcom Laverne & Shirley, shlemiel along with the Yiddish word schlemazel are used in the show’s opening. And now for your viewing pleasure… *The Yiddish Word of...
Dec 29th
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socialmetoo: Introducing sixth sense technology…
Dec 28th
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Video: Merry Christmas & Special Announcement!
Hope you have a blessed day with family and friends. If you know someone I should have for a Follow Friday Interview, email me here.
Dec 25th
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The Importance of Jesus Christ
Ten years ago today, Charlie Rose brought together Rev. Gardner Taylor, Monsignor Lorenzo Albacete, and Reynolds Price to discuss the importance of the life of Jesus Christ. Find an hour this holiday season and enjoy this wonderful conversation on life and faith.
Dec 24th
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Supreme Court to determine privacy of government... →
What are your thoughts on this issue? If the Supreme Court decides in favor of the city, will this effect the private sector also? Either way, be careful what text/email/IM while on the job. I’ll quote one of my HR friends and say, “If you wouldn’t want you’re mother to see it, don’t send it!”
Dec 23rd
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One Day's Wages: Ending Extreme Global Poverty
Back in February, I had the chance to briefly meet Eugene Cho and sit in on his breakout session at the Idea Camp in Irvine. During the session, I was able to witness first hand Eugene’s passion for the gospel and for his community. Eugene also revealed a new venture he and his wife Minhee are embarking on called One Day’s Wages (ODW). ODW is an international grassroots movement...
Dec 21st
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Film Review: Collapse
Sunday evening after service, Sal and I went over to his house to watch a documentary recently released simultaneously in theaters and on demand: Collapse. Collapse tells the story of Michael Ruppert, a former LAPD cop and whistler blower-turned-investigative web reporter and author. Ruppert is the founder and editor of From The Wilderness, a newsletter and website dedicated to investigating...
Dec 16th
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Leonard Cohen - Hallelujah Leonard Cohen, Canadian poet, novelist, and singer-songwriter, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.
Dec 9th
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camarriage: Can watching porn hurt my relationship? The Family Research Council released a new study Wednesday that comprehensively details the effects of pornography on marriages, children, communities and individuals. Full report: PDF
Dec 3rd
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Yiddish Word of the Day: Kvetch
Kvetch (kvɛtʃ): [n]  1) A chronic, whining complainer; 2) A nagging complaint.  Ex. “a rambling kvetch against the system” [v]: 1) to express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness.  Ex. “My mother kvetchs all day” Source: The Free Dictionary
Dec 3rd