Category Archives: Cultural Awareness

March 13, 2012

Global-Mindedness and Action

“The people of the world see each other and can protect each other.” ~ Jason Russel, “Kony 2012″ Joseph Kony has been the hot topic in our car-conversations since last week. At the constant urging of my kids I watched the … Continue reading →

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February 3, 2011

Chinese New Year is Here!

We have been busy preparing for our second New Year celebration of 2011, Chinese New Year, which kicks off today, February 3rd. Aside from hanging scrolls, lanterns, and dragons around the house; we cleaned—to keep the good energy/spirits within our … Continue reading →

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November 23, 2010

Thankful

Like many I reflect on what it means to be thankful as we arrive at the American holiday and tradition of Thanksgiving. Weeks ago Mark traveled to China for business, his first trip back to the birth county of our … Continue reading →

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