Monthly Archives: June 2011

“The World in a City”

Posted on June 15, 2011 by michelle

It’s obvious from the beginning of the book that Joseph Berger loves New York City.  His memories from childhood are infused throughout, and you can feel his emotions even as he tells the stories of others.  In reading each chapter, … Continue reading →

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Where Are You From?

Posted on June 7, 2011 by michelle

“Where are you from?”  This is a typical question, right?  Something that people ask when they first meet you.  However, I always dread this question because I never know what to say.  I usually answer with “The United States” but … Continue reading →

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“Taking Chance”

Posted on June 7, 2011 by michelle

I finally saw HBO’s movie, “Taking Chance”, starring Kevin Bacon last night.  What an incredible movie!  Bacon plays a Marine officer who escorts the body of PFC Chance Phelps to his final resting place in Wyoming.  It’s a story of … Continue reading →

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Ushahidi – Mapping during Crisis

Posted on June 2, 2011 by michelle

At the Drucker Society of the Caribbean meeting on Wednesday night, Dr. Fernando Mora spoke on “Innovating in the Midst of Crisis”.  He used Ushahidi as an example of a business that developed, grew, and improved during political turmoil and … Continue reading →

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