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Memorial Day madness: Yo-yo time for Wall Street
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Concert review: James Morrison (Video)
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Corruption fighter Patrick Fitzgerald resigns as U.S. Attorney in Chicago
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UAW and GM not protecting long-term temporary workers
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D.C. United to play Richmond Kickers in U.S. Open Cup
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It is a wonderful time to head to Lake County CA for wine (Part 2)
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Arizona Sheriff Arpaio uses taxpayers' money to send birther investigators to Hawaii
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It's just poop: Potty talk and potty training
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Be crystal for God
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Anarchists fail in Chicago but succeed in suburb during NATO 2012
Cecie O'Bryon England
Cecie O'Bryon England is a writer, reader, and artist who lives with her husband, the musician, John Henry England, and their two children, in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
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Featured Neighborhoods
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The Status Update
An informed and often humorous take on the world of advertising, public relations and social media. 100% Pure. Not from concentrate.
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Liz Strauss: The future of social media
Breakout influencer of 2011 shares her unique thoughts on social media, business.
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Naked Pizza: Even better than it sounds for entrepreneurs
Pizza chain emerges from Post-Katrina New Orleans to change the way we look at pizza, fast-casual.
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David Armano: The future of digital media
The Executive Vice President of Edelman Digital shares thoughts on Facebook's game changer and more.
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Is theCHIVE the best site in the world?
Two class clowns get the last laugh, create fiercely loyal brand community.
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Liz Strauss: The future of social media
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Champion's Heart
A wife, mother of three and world waterskiing champion looks at the world through the eyes of her faith.
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Red Thread: An Adoptive Family Forum
The Red Thread is written for that special tribe: adoptive families and those who hope to be.
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Speaking Out
An advocate against sexual trafficking and for victims, Holly Smith speaks out.
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Sports Around
Contributions to the Communities Sports desk from readers.
Recent Entries by Cecie O'Bryon England
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Book Review: Ellen Airgood's 'South of Superior'
Published 7:44 p.m. December 11, 2011
New novel explores how hope springs eternal in a hard living, hard working community.
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Book Review: N. M. Kelby's 'White Truffles in Winter'
Published 11:50 p.m. November 27, 2011
The loves and lives of the great chef Auguste Escoffier who changed the world. With recipes!
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Book Review: 'Let the Whole Earth Sing Praise'
Published 1:36 p.m. November 2, 2011
An inspiring book of thanks for the wonderful world in which we live, in the inimitable style of Tomie de Paola.
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Book review: Cocks' and Morgan's 'Spoiled'
Published 4:25 p.m. October 23, 2011
A joyful, fun-filled read for young adult fans of the Hollywood scene.
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Book review: 'The Peach Keeper'
Published 11:55 a.m. October 16, 2011
With a taste of southern magic, Sarah Addison Allen brings her readers a wonderful and engaging story. 'The Peach Keeper' is a must read.
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Book Review: 'How Clarissa Burden Learned to Fly'
Published 2:28 p.m. September 25, 2011
Connie May Fowler's magical tale of a middle-aged Southern woman's coming of age.
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Book Review: 'Vaclav and Lena'
Published 2:14 p.m. September 17, 2011
Haley Tanner's first novel an appealing love story for readers of all ages.
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Book Review: 'The Recessionistas'
Published 1:28 p.m. August 16, 2011
Readers: Enjoy and learn from the inimitable Alexandra Lebenthal. 'The Recessionistas' is a triumphant debut.
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Book Review: 'Birds of Paradise'
Published 3:39 p.m. August 14, 2011
Diana Abu-Jaber's brilliant exploration of a once happy family in crisis.
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Star Island by Carl Hiaasen
Published 10:46 a.m. July 17, 2011
Glamour and mystery combined make this the perfect vacation read!
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The Borrower by Rebecca Makkai
Published 11:03 a.m. July 17, 2011
Worlds collide when a small boy seeks beyond the boundaries of his evangelical family
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Book Review: Promises to Keep
Published 7:30 p.m. June 3, 2011
Three dynamic women address the issues of life and love in a season of sorrow. This is a compelling offering by the talented Jane Green.
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Book Review: The Pile of Stuff at the Bottom of the Stairs
Published 9:16 a.m. May 25, 2011
With a humorous take on the myth of the superwoman, Hopkinson brings readers one woman’s attempt to find perspective in her chaotic life by spread.
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The Book of (Even More) Awesome
Published 7:32 p.m. May 17, 2011
Enjoy this during Mental Health Month! It is a delightful collection of small moments to celebrate in your everyday life
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Book Review: Limelight
Published 10:26 p.m. May 13, 2011
Inspiring and engaging! Claudette, a retired movie star returns to her hometown penniless and nearly friendless, at the age of eighty. Can she find a way to reassess her life and move forward with joy?
