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Day: August 19, 2007

Close Call

Posted on August 19, 2007 By Tom No Comments on Close Call
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Last night I pulled into our local gas station to feed the car, and to pick up a lottery ticket. After all, Powerball was at $210 million, so why not drop a buck or two for a chance to win. The lines at this place were incredible. First, right now it has the cheapest gas … Read More “Close Call” »

I hate to complain, but…

Posted on August 19, 2007 By Tom No Comments on I hate to complain, but…
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My determination to be more enabling rather than controlling has already gotten a severe workout, and the students haven’t even arrived for school yet.  Already I’ve had one teacher request that we put in an Apple computer lab.  We don’t support Apples in our district.  I’ve had to deny other requests because they don’t meet … Read More “I hate to complain, but…” »

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