Monthly Archives: August 2016

Book Review: Understanding Trauma

Understanding Trauma:  How To Overcome Post Traumatic Stress, by Dr. Roger Baker For somewhat obvious and understandable reasons, I read a lot of books on PTSD [1].  Perhaps the most obvious reason is that I have dealt with it for … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Origins Of American Slavery

The Origins Of American Slavery:  Freedom And Bondage In The English Colonies, by Betty Wood Not everyone may read a lot and write a lot about slavery [1], but for those of us who do, and especially for those of … Continue reading →

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Would You Condemn Me That You May Be Justified?

Yesterday our retired pastor gave a sermon on attitude in the context of its importance when it comes to training and guiding leaders.  I have always found myself to be somewhat concerned when other people mention the matter of attitude.  … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Book Of Political Lists

The Book Of Political Lists, from the editors of Geroge Magazine If you read this book, you know exactly what kind of person you are, namely someone who enjoys reading about politics [1].  This book is what it says it … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Discovery Of The Greek Bronze Age

The Discovery Of The Greek Bronze Age, by J. Lesley Fitton This is a book that very much lives up to its name.  Whether or not that is a good thing depends on whether you want to read about the … Continue reading →

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