Archive for August, 2008

Hit the Road Kwame Kilpatrick

Posted on 07. Aug, 2008 by Karen.

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A few years back I wouldn’t have been able to write what I’m about to because in corporate America we had to whisper about the foibles of politicians behind closed doors.  But now that I’ve left corporate life I can say exactly what I want to about the latest shenanigans of Detroit’s mayor, Kwame Kilpatrick.  What’s got me [...]

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Karen’s Klips — Paris Hilton Responds to McCain’s Use of Her Image

Posted on 05. Aug, 2008 by Karen.

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Well, this is a first! I’m featuring Paris Hilton on my blog. Wait — don’t leave. There’s a good reason.
In response to John McCain’s campaign ad using her image and slamming her status as a celebrity, Paris has created a video come-back. Funny thing — her thoughts on an energy policy [...]

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My Son’s 33rd Birthday

Posted on 04. Aug, 2008 by Karen.

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  #1 Son, Chip turned 33 years old yesterday.  It really seems like only yesterday that he was this chubby cheeked little boy with curly hair who always had a big grin and ran everywhere.  Now he’s a tall, lanky married computer geek who moves at somewhat slower pace.  He still has the same great smile though.
As I [...]

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Midlife Soulmates

Posted on 03. Aug, 2008 by Karen.

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Yesterday was the beginning of a new life for Penny and John.  One widowed and one divorced, Penny and John have defied the odds and found true love in midlife.  I saw it coming.
Penny’s been a family friend for over 30 years.  I remember her giving me tips on Lamaze as I waited for the birth [...]

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New Drug Brings Hope to Alzheimer’s Patients and Those Who Love Them

Posted on 01. Aug, 2008 by Karen.

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This week brought good news about the fight against Alzheimer’s, the wickedly devastating cognitive nightmare that afflicts millions of people including my best friend of 50 years. “Susan” has suffered from this disease for at least several years now. If I was really honest with myself, I would admit that I noticed signs [...]

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