Author Archives: jesustrek

Stop the Bleeding

Posted on October 2, 2010 by jesustrek

Tex Cobb Ex-boxer Tex Cobb recently came up with a good line when he was talking to the Philadelphia Inquirer about graduating from Temple last year at the age of 57. Cobb is quoted as saying, “It was nice to … Continue reading →

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Not Forsaken

Posted on October 1, 2010 by jesustrek

A record number of children have died in hot vehicles this year. According to a group that keeps track of such deaths, 48 children have died after being left or becoming trapped in a hot car or truck. The previous … Continue reading →

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Good Role Player

Posted on September 30, 2010 by jesustrek

Shaquille O’Neal Shaquille O’Neal has been an All-Star for most of his NBA career. However, as he enters his 20th season, he is expected to come off the bench for the Boston Celtics. Rather than sulk about his new role, … Continue reading →

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Winners!

Posted on September 29, 2010 by jesustrek

The Cincinnati Reds have just won the Central Division championship in the National League. The Reds clinched the title in dramatic fashion, with a walk-off home run by Jay Bruce in the bottom of the ninth inning. It was the … Continue reading →

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The World’s Greatest Christian

Posted on September 28, 2010 by jesustrek

I once met the world’s greatest Christian. How did I recognize her as such? She had no halo or aura to signify how special she was. So how did I know? She told me. Oh, not in so many words. … Continue reading →

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Scarred Hands

Posted on September 27, 2010 by jesustrek

Tom’s hand post-op I have a condition called Dupuytren’s contracture. If left unchecked, it can cause one or more fingers to bend toward the palm, so that you cannot straighten them. Until recently, the only way to correct this condition … Continue reading →

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Easy Decision

Posted on September 26, 2010 by jesustrek

Joe Gibbs Joe Gibbs is an NFL Hall of Fame coach and the owner of a NASCAR team. He is also an outspoken Christian. Recently Gibbs had the opportunity to speak to 600 inmates in South Carolina. He told them, … Continue reading →

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Cohabitation

Posted on September 25, 2010 by jesustrek

Figures released by the Census Bureau Thursday show that the number of cohabiting opposite sex couples increased by 13% last year. This sharp increase is thought to be partly due to people trying to save money in these tough economic … Continue reading →

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In Training

Posted on September 24, 2010 by jesustrek

My aerobics instructor really worked me hard yesterday. That’s right, aerobics! It was my first class ever. I have participated in other types of exercise, but this workout was especially grueling. It’s been a long time since I’ve sweat so … Continue reading →

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Not So Gaga

Posted on September 23, 2010 by jesustrek

Lady Gaga As the U.S. Senate was considering ending the military’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy, entertainer Lady Gaga weighed in on the issue on Monday. The outspoken singer appeared at a rally in Maine, and used words such as … Continue reading →

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