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The Importance of Being kfed, part II

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I thought about updating the original, but it seemed so popular I didn't want to damage its aura.  

My real name isn't Krista, but it's a nickname my family made for me because my parents are neurotic and want 2-syllable nicknames that end in "a." In preschool and kindergar  Read More »

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Just Breathe

So after the Virginia Tech shooting today, I'll be honest: kind of concerned about campus safety. 

In Berkeley there are a lot of hotbed issues circulating among students, whether it be Israel/Palestine, or Taiwan/China, or anti-Bush, or pro-Bush (a handful), or miscellaneous religious or pol  Read More »

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Newsletter: Year 20

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Dearest Subscribers,
In remembering these past twenty years, I'd like to write a gossippy update on issues to date in my life.

I'd also like to take this opportunity to write about how much I hate the garbage truck for n  Read More »

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Tax Day!

Technically Tuesday is Tax Day, since Monday's a holiday (in case anyone didn't know, Monday is my birthday.  Read More »

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Top Five Should-Be Progressive Topics:

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1. Health Care
2. Social Security
3. Public Education
4. Public/Political Accountability
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The Importance of Being kfed

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I was asked recently why my username is kfed, and whether it had anything to do with Kevin Federline.  Read More »

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Sincerely, Krista

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I stumbled upon this card my high school speech and debate coach gave to me shortly after I bitterly lost a big speech competition my senior year: 

"I too believe in you! I believe in your wit, amazing talents, and your SINCERITY!  Read More »

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The Joy of Chickens

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This isn't about chickens, but the same title won the Oddest Title of the Year award (I couldn't find what year). 

Okay, has anyone of this?
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/6553497.stm
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