Collin Langston was born with a congenital disorder, arthrogryposis, causing all his joints to contract. As a result, he’s had to rely on a wheelchair to function. But upon entering high school in Springston, Missouri, he vowed to walk the stage when he received his diploma four years later at graduation ceremonies. It was an… Continue reading Together, We Rise
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Compliments Matter
I grew up in a household where acknowledging each person's attributes, talents and uniqueness was routine. I was in awe at how easily my parents saw a person's gifts and unwrapped them for all to see. Not the obvious ones like good looks, healthy bodies, or intelligence, but those that spoke to their inner beauty.… Continue reading Compliments Matter
Science
Because of science, President Richard Nixon signed into law on April 1, 1970, the Public Health Cigarette Smoking Act, banning cigarette ads from airing on television and radio. On July 1, 2004, the Clean Indoor Air Act went into effect, banning smoking in all enclosed public places except in designated areas. On December 2016, e-cigarettes were added. In late 2019, many… Continue reading Science
Tomorrow
New Year’s Eve I stood on the streets of New York City and along with over a million others, watched the ball drop in Times Square. A once in a lifetime event I’ve had the privilege to experience twice. I snuck outside my hotel minutes before midnight while others were willing to stand for hours… Continue reading Tomorrow