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The Core: Bow Hunting Skills

Aug 22, 2012

To function independently as an adult we all need a certain set of core skills. Like bow hunting skills. {ahem} (Image Source) In fact, we even need a certain set of skills to say, snag a date, as demonstrated below. …

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The Core: Fine Arts

Aug 8, 2012

Are you drawn to art museums? Do you become easily engrossed in classical music? How frequently do you read a novel written over a century ago? Though I engage in art, enjoy the symphony from the confines of my home,…

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The Core: Geography

Jul 24, 2012

Do you know where Bihar, India is on a map? I do. But only because I drank chai and ate tomato soup on a train that rolled through Bihar. Across this flat land I saw signs warning me that as…

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The Core: Math

Jul 18, 2012

This morning I sat in front of the Oriental Trading website. Giddy. Filling my basket with stickers and motivational gimmicks. I adore teaching tutoring. And soon . . . I will have some precious little munchkins for three hours every…

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The Core: Writing

Jul 11, 2012

If you want to be challenged to write better, I suggest you skip all other chapters in The Core and focus on chapter 5. Why should you read Chapter 5 of The Core? It is a practical and instantly applicable…

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