Today, I was given two beautiful and thoughtful gifts from two beautiful, thoughtful and very special folks. And both were complete surprises. One was a particularly pretty pineapple from Marshall, Michigan. Why is this special to me? Many, many reasons. 1. My friend is FANTABULOUS. She knows me – and knows that this gift was […]
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Marhsall Goldman is a Professor of Economics Emeritus at Wellesley College and Senior Scholar at the Davis Center for Russian Studies at Harvard University. In his forthcoming book, Petrostate: Putin, Power, and the New Russia , Goldman chronicles Russia’s dramatic reemergence on the world stage, illuminating the key reason for its rebirth: the use of its ever-expanding energy wealth to reassert its traditional great power ambitions. In the article below Goldman reflects on Medvedev’s recent victory in the Russian elections and on what it means for Russia.
Dmitri Medvedev’s election (or more accurately, selection) as president of Russia was not much of a cliffhanger. By eliminating any viable contender, his patron, Vladimir Putin did all he could to ensure his protégé’s election. For many Russians, there was little point in even bothering to show up at the polling station–everything had been decided in advance. Except for Medvedev, no other candidate (or even a potential candidate) was allowed meaningful access to TV, much less campaign funding. Large public rallies were restricted, if not banned outright. (more…)
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At the International Spy Museum in Washington, D.C., you can buy the following real items. Wouldn't they make perfect gifts for writers?
- A rubber bracelet that reads: I LIE FOR A LIVING (fiction writers only, please)
- A T-shirt imprinted with the words: YOU DON'T KNOW ME (perfect for the pre-published writer or the sales-challenged)
- A coffee mug that says: DENY EVERYTHING (2 for 1, for ghostwriters)
- A Nancy Drew MadLibs game (to solve cases of writer's block. Bess and George, extra.)
- A digital spy plane (for research) Replaces earlier model, Pigeon Camera.
- The book, The Enemy Within (15 % discount if you show your internal critic)
- Handcuff earrings (only if you're re-writing Pretty Woman)
- An electronic voice transformer (instantly converts 1st person to 3rd)
- Crystal lipstick pen (guaranteed to produce a hot pink cover)
- An invisible journal (to record your first royalty statement)
- Tree Stump Listening Device no longer available, due to protests about The Giving Tree
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unmerited gifts. SOunds like a great reminder of Christ’s love.
I know many, many, awesome, amazing, and genuine people…but not all are pineapple-worthy! I love you.
Today, while I was at work, my sister stole my iPad and tested to see if it can survive a 40
foot drop, just so she can be a youtube sensation.
My apple ipad is now broken and she has 83 views. I
know this is completely off topic but I had to share it with someone!
It is so easy to lose the important things in the noise and flurry of activities around us. Thankfully, God’s light shines beautifully through broken and imperfect vessels.
Amen, Laura. Amen.
I love you, too!!!
Unmerited grace — exactly!