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When Cows Fly Past the Window
Do you like disaster movies? I must admit they’re one of my guilty pleasures. Last night I indulged in one about storm chasers called Twister. My favorite part is the flying cow – although the flying oil truck that bursts into flames is also pretty cool. What is it about disaster flicks? Why do we …[ read more ]
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Prophets Are No Fun at Dinner Parties
Have you ever met anyone perfectly designed for his or her job? Today, as we make our preparations to welcome Hurricane Irene into our living rooms, I’ve been thinking about the unique nature of emergency personnel. My dad’s been a fire chief for nearly fifty years and he’s still an active firefighter, not a desk …[ read more ]