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The London Olympics: Embracing Diversity

Last weekend, I found myself talking about the Olympics with my son, who has autism.  We talked about several events and athletes, but what really got his attention was the individual who runs on blades, Oscar Pistorius.  Since Jimmy competes … Continue reading

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Work/Family Balance: Having It All (Part Three)

In recent weeks, there has been a lot of talk about whether we can “have it all.”  For some, this discussion has revolved around being a wife and mother, maintaining a family, and meeting the expectations of a demanding, well-paying … Continue reading

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Restoring the Olympic Ideal

What is the Olympic ideal?  Is it countries competing with each other in various sports every four years?  That sounds pretty close to what we have now, but it is a far cry from what Pierre de Coubertin had in … Continue reading

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