Disabled, Not Broken
From a distance, “disabled” always seemed like an innocuous word. It was simply an adjective that described a set of physical circumstances. It’s a word I’ve often used, never aware of its power. But when a friend used that word to describe someone that I love I had a startling realization. Up close, “disabled” sounds an awful...... >Read More
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And the Oscar goes to...
This Sunday millions will watch as the Oscars are handed out for the eighty-second time. I will probably watch, although I find the choice of hosting duo Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin a dubious one. Couldn’t they let Steve handle it alone? I miss Billy Crystal and his musical monologue.
An article in the New York Times suggested that Oscar...... >Read More
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Identity & Identity Theft
Every year, millions of people around the world, are victims of "identity theft". HomeTownLife.com offers some helpful steps to reduce your chances of being an identity theft victim. These steps include things like protecting your credit card numbers and never replying to emails requesting financial information.
When you think about it, it's kind...... >Read More
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This Week on TheLife.com (May 22 2009)
Welcome to TheLife.com Weekly Wrap-up Newsletter! Our weekly newsletter highlights new content that was posted on our site this week.
Unmasking our True Selves
For many people, a significant disconnect exists between their outward identity and their true selves. People desire the freedom to be themselves but more often than not, the fear of...... >Read More
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Street Level - An Authentic Self
Though it is natural for different situations to bring out various aspects of an individual's personality, for many people, a significant disconnect exists between their outward identity and their true selves. In today's culture where "reality" is used for televised content, it seems that almost everyone is wearing one sort of mask or another.
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Adoptees: Second Chances
Do you watch The Amazing Race? I love that show. The scenery... >more
Don’t Skip Your High School Reunion
I was a little surprised to see a headline on CNN this... >more
What Do You Fear?
Do you crave destiny? (Part 2)