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Archive for October 2008

My Disorganized Desk

October 28th, 2008
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A habit, good or bad, is one thing that takes so much determination to be able to change.  I’m presenting to you one of my worst habits, sitting next to the champion procrastination, disorganization.  No matter how hard I try to keep my desks neat and orderly, they always become this huge pool of whatever papers [...]

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History & Origin of the Name: Holden

October 19th, 2008
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The history and origin behind last names are very interesting.
Origin: English
Coat of Arms: Silver with six red allerions, and a red escutcheon in the center.
Crest: A double headed red allerian.
Motto: Nec temere nec timide
Motto Translated: Neither rashly nor timidly.
Source: surnamehistories.com
The name Holden was first used by England’s ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. It comes from when the [...]

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Final Debate Tonight

October 15th, 2008
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I’ve watched all of the other debates for this election so far, so I’ll probably join in on watching the one tonight as well. As with many others, I’ve noticed an apparent trend, the trend of beating around the bush. Even when asked to give a ‘Yes or No’ answer, replies are given that can [...]

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US National Debt

October 9th, 2008
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So today it was announced that the debt clock has officially ran out of digits to track our national debt.  I’ve seen the debt figure before online, but I was astounded to see that each family’s share is currently ~$86k.
The Durst Organization says it plans to update the sign next year by adding two digits. [...]

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Summer Fading To Fall

October 7th, 2008
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While leaving work earlier today to head to lunch, I was struck with the unpleasant reminder that summer is quickly fading to fall.  Leaves rustled across the pavement as the breeze carrying tomorrow’s “much needed” rain approached and carried with it the fall coolness.  While I do enjoy the bright colors that fall brings for [...]

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