Monthly Archives: November 2014

Devices Yes, But Which Device

If you have followed my blog you know I support digital education. Education of twenty-first century students requires some amount of digital instruction though the degree is evolving and ultimately must be left to discretion of teachers. I firmly believe … Continue reading

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Celebrating World Adoption Day

Today is World Adoption Day.  I’m an advocate for adoption, standing up for orphans and children in need of loving families.  At the Oak Ridge League of Women Voters candidate forum when giving my closing statement I talked about my … Continue reading

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From the Love of a Daughter of Foshan

Over time I want to share more about my family and me with you, so that you know where my heart is, with children.  I wrote this article for the book Love’s Journey 2. Kathy and I received our second … Continue reading

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Friends of Oak Ridge Schools

A few months ago some concerned parents and grandparents of students in our schools came together for a common purpose, to promote great education for all students. From that we started Friends of Oak Ridge Schools (FORS). We created a … Continue reading

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The Last Day

Well, this is the last day to campaign to let voters know about our positions. I have greeted citizens at Lafayette and the Turnpike, near TN Bank on Manhattan and at Willowbrook Elementary. I am taking a short break, writing … Continue reading

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A Cherished Endorsement

Today I received a message from two dear friends and colleagues and was asked to share. In 2007 Jennifer B. and Hanni L. joined with me to found a 501c3 to help orphans in the Yunnan Province, China. I hold … Continue reading

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