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I'm also an 'Illegal'

Ju Hong 3-15-2010

"Look at those illegals," my friend laughed, pointing at two Latino immigrants leaning against a fence nearby. I smiled and brushed it off, but inside, I was angry. I wondered what he would say if he knew that I'm also an "illegal."

International Women's Day: 'Whom God Hath Made Equal'

Julie Clawson 3-08-2010

Most countries around the world are celebrating a holiday today.

The Balancing Act of a Successful Woman

Kathy Khang 3-08-2010

Hollywood isn't real life, but when real life (mine and the lives of the actors) and Hollywood converge it is great fodder for thinking and conversation. Peter and I can't stop talking about a recent date night movie, Up in the Air, starring Vera Farmiga and George Clooney.

Supermarket Moments in the Environmental Conversation

Tracey Bianchi 3-01-2010

Last week I was at the grocery store on a Sunday afternoon. I was sans children, and when that happens a trip to the grocery store can feel like spring break.

Real Life on Food Stamps

Jennifer Wheeler 2-26-2010

I am a single mom living alone with my 3-year-old little boy in southwest Florida.

My Son's Struggle with Christianity vs. Christ

Chandra White-Cummings 1-27-2010

As is the case for many Americans, I use the Christmas and New Year holidays as a time to reflect and try to gain perspective on matters near and dear to me.