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LIFE, AS WE WROTE IT

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It began with Stephen’s blog in 2005. Along the way, the family pulled up a chair. Here are our stories, thoughts, and everyday adventures, from newest to oldest.

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Jun 8, 2011 · Duke Pasquini

Cheat Days

I went on the slow carb diet for a short time because my son recommended it. He insisted that I follow it exactly and I did for a…

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May 27, 2011 · Stephen Pasquini

Quote of the Day

Great Spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds. Albert Einstein

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May 24, 2011 · Stephen Pasquini

Exceptional Life

THE DAILY MOTIVATOR Tuesday, May 24, 2011 Exceptional life If you want to get lost in the crowd, do what has already been done. If you want to…

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May 24, 2011 · Wendy Pasquini

Mazda’s Eulogy

"The Scary Car" We drove my Mazda to the cemetery on Saturday. What a sad day. It's hard to believe what that car has been through and what…

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May 24, 2011 · Duke Pasquini

Life Goes On

I’ve learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. I’ve learned that you can…

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May 22, 2011 · Stephen Pasquini

“Daddy You are a Great Poopo Wiper”

This is what I woke up to this morning at 8:33am. You know it is wonderful that my daughter knows how to use the toilet so well, but…

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May 21, 2011 · Stephen Pasquini

The 244 ACCOMPLISHMENTS of PRESIDENT OBAMA

Thanks to

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May 20, 2011 · Duke Pasquini

Freedom of Speech

Just found out yesterday after writing a letter to the editor, that our local paper is going to charge for any letters that mention any political party.  They…

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May 19, 2011 · Duke Pasquini

I Thought He Was My Friend #2

Some time ago I wrote about a former friend who quit talking to me because he didn’t like my political beliefs.  Now I have a second friend, who…

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Apr 28, 2011 · Stephen Pasquini

Proof of Life

"The more I study nature, the more I stand amazed at the work of the Creator. I pray while I am engaged at my work in the laboratory."…

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Apr 26, 2011 · Duke Pasquini

A Warrior’s Son

Bob Stewart, a fraternity brother of mine, wrote the following after reading A Warrior’s Son  young adult novels,military families,war,

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Apr 23, 2011 · Duke Pasquini

Republican Budget

As usual, the Republicans are completely unaware of the old saying by George Santayana, “That those who do not learn from the past are doomed to repeat it."…

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