Monthly Archives: August 2010

Southern Hospitality

As a teacher and temporary guardian of my students, I take my job very seriously. I am always cognizant that we are tramping about in the lives of others. And ever vigilant to the effects on my students. In December … Continue reading

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Thank You

To the residents of the gulf coast, thank you for taking the time to talk to these student journalists and all journalists who will follow. I know you value your privacy. I know you value the tranquility that the gulf has … Continue reading

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“When did the ethics and conscious of America die?”

“When did the ethics and conscious of America die?” That’s not my quote or question. I can’t even tell you who asked me that question because she, or maybe he, is afraid of losing their only job — a job … Continue reading

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Baby Bubba

The Alligator House in Jennings, La., brought us up close and personal with Bubba, an 11-month-0ld alligator found in a local backyard at the tender age of one week. Like all babies, Bubba’s skin is ever so soft. In his … Continue reading

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Where do they take it?

All I could think after witnessing the destruction of Hurricane Katrina and the levee breaches was where are they going to put all the debris? For miles, the highways were lined in Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi with debris. In the … Continue reading

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Time Warp

Tuesday, it seemed this week would go on forever. Today, it seems like it flew. At day’s end, morning seemed ages ago. How many times have I said “yesterday” only to be corrected with “that was this morning”? Breakfast was … Continue reading

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Riley gets burned and some rock ‘n’ roll therapy

So Alison, Trish, Irene and I are driving in the “flashy” red car and passing through Mississippi right now on the way back to Louisiana… and after a while of listening to Jimmy Buffet we are listening the some rock … Continue reading

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Plans for future retirement

Traveling to states around the Gulf Coast has made me appreciate the little pieces of heaven found in the United States. When I think of vacationing (even though I’m reporting) I never imagined staying in the U.S. or southern states … Continue reading

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Florida’s notebook fiasco

Zahra, Julysa, Trish, Irene and I started the morning in Pensacola, Florida’s Naval Aviation Museum which was so informative and amazing. Julysa aptly described the experience as a time warp. The free museum sends visitors back in time to before … Continue reading

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Guns and Cameras

Yesterday, we spotted a BP claims center in Mobile, Alabama. And like the curious journalists that we are, Laura and I volunteered (or maybe were volun-”told” by Tricia and Irene) to walk in and try to get information. Well, the … Continue reading

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