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“Bipeds who catch gilled aquatic vertebrates”

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Jan C. Johnson

I don’t mean to rant, but I am sincerely puzzled. In an effort to be “inclusive,” our politically-correct culture seems to make the odd demand that we deny any differences between people because everyone is equal. Yes, we all have … Continue reading →

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Texans Eat WHAT, now?

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Jan C. Johnson

You just might have heard rumors that this Sunday’s Super Bowl XLV will be played in Dallas, well, not the actual city of Dallas, but Arlington, which is between Dallas and Ft. Worth. The rumors are correct. Dallas Morning News … Continue reading →

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Doldrums, Begone!

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Jan C. Johnson

I hate to be vague, but I forget exactly what blog I was reading. And when. It was probably a couple of weeks ago, during a cold, grey spell, and one phrase stuck in my mind: “winter doldrums.” According to … Continue reading →

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It’s My Bag (or, How Freelancing Sometimes Gives Me Unexpected Bonuses Like an Inside Track on Fashion)

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Jan C. Johnson

Welcome! It all started last August, when I accepted an Arts feature assignment in Mansfield. I spent an hour or so with Michelyne, a talented designer and seamstress who makes original bags and other accessories. As we talked, I admired … Continue reading →

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C’mon Over to Ashley’s

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Jan C. Johnson

Hello, Soli Deo Gloria friends! I apologize for inviting you to my door only to escort you somewhere else… but… do you ever feel like there are never enough hours in the day? Stressed out by conflicting demands? Well, today … Continue reading →

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The Last Dish

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Jan C. Johnson

Big jobs discourage me before I even start them. By nature, I am a procrastinator. It’s so tempting to make the present moment easier by putting off chores and other stuff I’m supposed to do. I try to fight this … Continue reading →

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