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Community – Global and Local
The earthquake in Nepal has brought to the surface deep connections within the global community. The reactions of countries far away and across the world – for example, the United States, the European Union, Israel – have been swift, caring and operationally well-planned. Hopefully their efforts will prove to be effective in helping the people of Nepal and the surrounding affected areas. Over 5,000 have already been confirmed dead and thousands more have been injured or lost their home and possessions because of the violent earthquake and aftershocks in the … Continue reading
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Tagged anxiety, Baltimore, community, earthquake, looting, Millennials, neighborhood, Nepal, rescue, riot, stress
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Teamwork and Resiliency Pay Off
We are learning more details about how Captain Phillips was rescued from the pirates who were holding him hostage and threatening to kill him. Here are some of the strategies they used to save him. Can you, Sandwiched Boomer or not, use them in your own life as well? Think outside the box. Capt. Phillips seemed to be going along with the pirates’ commands but he stayed alert and constantly thought about what he could do, first, to save his crew and cargo and then himself. He paid attention to … Continue reading
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Tagged Captain Richard Phillips, Navy, pirates, President obama, rescue, resiliency, resources, Sandwiched Boomer
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Cheers for Captain Phillips and his Rescuers
We were thankful and joyous on Sunday to learn of the successful rescue of Richard Phillips, captain of the Maersk Alabama, a commercial ship bringing much-needed food and supplies to Africa. Capt. Phillips acted heroically when his ship was attacked by Somali pirates five days ago, surrendering himself as a hostage while protecting the crew from a similar fate. President Obama noted that Captain Phillips’ demonstration of courage was “a model for all Americans.” We certainly do join in admiring his unique combination of integrity, professional training and bravery. Back … Continue reading
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