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ATTN All Bloggers... a note from the moderators

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Alright everyone,

The contest is now full swing. Most of you are doing a great job! It's wonderful to see so many new bloggers taking part in the contest and sharing opinions. But, it is once again time for a few quick notes to some of you.  Read More »

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Activism... for all the wrong reasons

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I've never been a big television fan. I have specific shows I enjoy watching, but our televisions are typically tuned to cartoons. In truth, I watch more cartoons now that I'm fully grown than I did as a kid. But, every once in a while, I will come across a show that I rather enjoy so I make a point of banishing the cartoons for a while and watching that show.  Read More »

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Ma'am, your house is haunted.

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Every so often, I come across these new stories that I just can't figure out. They are often nonsensical and yet still managed to strike me as incredibly hilarious. It's not so much the writing as it is the story itself. Take for instance this story.  Read More »

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Hints and Tips for Contest Newbies.

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The new contest is quickly approaching so I thought I'd better get with the program and dust off my list of hints and tips for successful ProgressiveU blogging.  Read More »

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I confess! I let my toddler nephews watch Futurama!

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As is obvious by now, I adore my nephews. I spend hours watching cartoons and crawling in the floor with them. Kaia and I go "splorin" (exploring) at least once a week.  Read More »

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They have eyes too.

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I was bored and more than a little worn out. Keeping up with two happy little toddlers all day long and then bombing an algebra quiz can do that to a person. And so, I set hubby to help me find Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. We bought it ages ago and I knew it had to be around here somewhere. We looked everywhere and the movie never did show up.  Read More »

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Are we ready? Not really.

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Several times since Clinton and Obama announced their run for the White House, we've been asked here at ProgressiveU and elsewhere if the United States was ready for a woman or black president. My answer to that question has always been a simple yes.  Read More »

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Warning: watching may have potential side effects.

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I've heard some really weird things over the years, but after seeing the news this morning, I have officially heard it all.  Read More »

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