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By Michael McFadden, 1 year and 2 months ago

2009: The Contrarian Resolution

As many of you know Kelly writes for HomeWord, a ministry that «seeks to advance the work of God in the world by educating, equipping, and encouraging parents and churches to build God-honoring families from generation to generation.»

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By Michael McFadden, 1 year and 6 months ago

Girl Perfect Book Review

Kelly's first cousin, Jennifer Strickland (Porter), will have her first book ready for purchase this September. Kelly had the opportunity to read it before it was out. Her official review:

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By Michael McFadden, 1 year and 7 months ago

«Last Lecture» professor dies

Nearly 7 months ago I discovered Randy Pausch's last lecture on YouTube (see video below). I was very inspired and many of the words he spoke still resonate in my mind. I read today that he passed away.

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By Michael McFadden, 3 years and 1 month ago

A lesson from Bobby Knight?

So I can't say I've learned much from Bobby Knight, although one of my favorite moments in junior basketall can be attributed to him. My coach in 7th grade threw a chair across the court and was ejected - shocking but brilliant. I'm sure Coach Knight was a postitive influence to many players, fans, coaches, etc. I just wasn't following close enough attention. That being said, today I read a note from Mark Cuban's blog that is quite profound:

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