NPR, January 27, 2009 Fresh Air, 1 hour, 2 guests (1 reporter and 1 ex U.S. president) about the recent conflict in Gaza. Followed by 1 hour, two local AK spokespersons about the TV digital conversion. I wonder why there is such concern that people are able to keep their televisions on? I wonder why …
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If Anchorage were Gaza
Walking to downtown Anchorage today, what would I see if Anchorage were Gaza? I would not slip on the 3rd step taken outside my door. There would be no ice, and this would be the one great change. I would wander down my street in the "ghetto" not worrying if a dilapidated SUV would slide …
As Secure as Locking the Front Door with Chewing Gum
Last Christmas I flew through the Anchorage Airport to Seattle with a pocket knife in my carry-on, whoops! I made sure to pack it back in my checked bag. This Christmas from the Anchorage Airport to Seattle I forgot to remove the small pepper spray from my purse before flying. Whoops! I made a mental-note …
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Valley of the Shadow [Dec 24]
A l day today. I chose to avoid the main centre of Petra and took two separate routes. I first veered from the main road and past the sign stating "warning, danger beyond without a guide." Pswha I thought and trudged ahead. A few men yelled at me "this way madame" toward the main road, …
Day three.
I find Jerusalem to be quite exhausting! Travel is tiring as it requires all of your energy in making non-stop decisions, following maps, and keeping items secure. I had a hard time with each today. I was pretty decisive this morning, decided I would go to the Museum on the Seam. But then everything after …
Kymberly Dawn 