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Twenty-three things I’ve learned in my 30s | Majorman's Musings
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Soldier, Statesman, Spokesman, Scholar…Majorman’s thoughts…and you can keep your penny. Twenty-three things I’ve learned in my 30s. 1) Despite the staggering statistics, opinion leaders and national media will not place the dropout crisis. High on their agenda. Better to spend money on education than jails, I say. 2) At times, silence can resonate louder than words. 3) Mentors really, really matter. 4) Love is powerful. 6) Not everybody likes to see people, especially peers, become successful. 13) There ...
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Goodbye, Uncle David | Majorman's Musings
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Soldier, Statesman, Spokesman, Scholar…Majorman’s thoughts…and you can keep your penny. Goodbye, Uncle David. Like many military children, I grew up around the world and was not always connected to my extended family. My Dad’s father passed away when I was about eight. I’ve heard stories of his great character and draw pride from how he was a highly respected member of the community and a great provider for his family. On my Mom’s side, Uncle David was like a grandfather to me. Decades before I was born.