Other gems and nuggets

March 9, 2010

DINER WISDOM: In a choice between a chain restaurant and a “Mom & Pop,” always choose the “Mom & Pop” . . .

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Bits of wisdom gleaned along the way

March 8, 2010

When you cross a mighty river . . .

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Downshift

March 5, 2010

After a very intense start to this journey, I’ve downshifted into a couple of quiet days in Nashville. I’ve felt somewhat guilty for not having more meetings and speaking gigs set up here, but about half a dozen Nashville-based organizations and individuals I had contacted repeatedly over the past several months just didn’t seem interested enough to respond. I’m not sure why. It’s been frustrating, disappointing, and a little depressing, but finally I had to just let it go and decided to give myself a little break and do some sightseeing.

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The list goes on

March 2, 2010

The list of great people I’ve met goes on and on . . . here are several more:

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Activists, Peacemakers and Rabble Rousers

March 2, 2010

Okay, now that I’ve “vented” a little about some of the dissenting voices I heard last week, I’d like to tell you about some of the other wonderful and inspiring people I’ve met who are dedicated and passionate activists, peacemakers and rabble-rousers, each “troubling the waters” in their own way . . .

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Troubling the water

February 28, 2010

It’s been an interesting week here in the south, where I’ve managed to shake things up, stir the pot, and do some rabble-rousing. I’ve encountered people who sharply disagree with the message of restorative justice . . .

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Renewed

February 25, 2010

After a hectic couple of days with 3 speaking gigs in 36 hours, I had a chance to regroup…

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Shine a Light

February 22, 2010

I woke this morning to grey skies and a grey cat peering down at me through the rooftop skylights. It seems “Bubba Bad Boy” has appointed himself my bodyguard and guardian angel (he also occasionally poses as a hood ornament for the RoadTrek). But I had to leave him behind as I left the comfortable cocoon of being among dear old friends and familiar landscapes. It was time to head further south, first to Roanoke and then on to Greensboro, NC . . .

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Things that go bump in the night

February 20, 2010

THUD!
My eyes fly open.
Whawazzat? my sleep-addled brain sputters.
I hold my breath and listen.
Nothing.
Did I dream it?
Still silence.
Maybe I kicked something…
I listen for a moment longer
Then start drifting back to…

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