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Broadband Plan

March 31, 2010 • terra

Comparing increased broadband use in households today to the normalization of electricity in households of the previous century, The Federal Communications Commission presented The National Broadband Plan. Just beginning my exploration of this plan, I found it surprising that only … Continue reading →

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Personal Record

March 29, 2010 • terra

As a runner, I’ve taken both first place and dead last. While it’s nice to get a ribbon, or a trophy, what’s most gratifying is running faster than I have ever before. Runners call this a PR or Personal Record. … Continue reading →

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Expecting

March 22, 2010 • terra

Preparations have been intense, we want everything to be perfect for our new addition. Reassuring iPhone that we will still love him once the little one gets here has been a full time job. We’ve been giving him lots of … Continue reading →

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Tension of Opposites

March 18, 2010 • terra

Need a good audiobook to listen to on your commute? Tuesdays with Morrie will remind you to savor, rather than just get through, your day. I stumbled upon this gem while working at a school in Florida. Tutoring students in … Continue reading →

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New Credit Card Law

March 18, 2010 • terra

I am not an expert on money, but I am a relatively frugal person. Not owning a credit card during college meant eating my weight in ramen noodles, but I am glad that I was able to make it through … Continue reading →

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