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2014: 13 Things I’m Thankful For

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Marion

1) I’m thankful for rain. California has been in a water shortage mode for the past three years. We have had two small storms so far in November, one more predicted, and I am grateful. 2) I’m grateful for Spouse. … Continue reading →

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Thirteen Things I’m Thankful For (Retirement Edition)

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Marion

I’m thankful that I got to retire before the world ends on December 21, 2012, because I got a couple of months of free time. I’m thankful that I worked in a place that offered a real pension, (even though … Continue reading →

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The Immigrant Bounty

Posted on July 25, 2009 by Marion

Last fall we had some leadership training offered in my division. It was aimed at first-level employees who were interested in promotion. I sat in on the first couple of hours to see how it was going. The instructor started … Continue reading →

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