On Not Being Scrooge: To Build Compassion, Get Out of your Comfort Zone

Go to the web site: 
http://therotarianmagazine.com/culture-on-not-being-scrooge/

"On not being Scrooge" - this article appears in the December issue of Rotarian magazine.  It is written by Frank Bures - read the article and make a response.   Keep in mind that your initial blog is expected to be about two pages in length (write it in a Word document first to help determine length and also save it in the event your blog should delete accidentally on the site).  Your responses to peers should also be at least 3/4 of a page minimum.  I noticed that some are getting short.  You are expected to critically respond to two of your peers.

The FBI is Reading over Your Shoulder

Read the article, "The FBI is Reading over Your Shoulder" by Zara Gelsey.  First, respond to the article itself - How does Gelsey organize her essay and in what point of view is it written?  Does she support her points with evidence and is it effective?  Second, discuss in your own opinion, the thesis of Gelsey's essay.

Some Relationship Thoughts

Some relationships will be blessings, others will serve as lessons - either way, never regret knowing someone.  Everyone you encounter teaches you something important. Some people will test you, some will use you, and some will teach you; but most importantly some will bring out the best in you. Read the handout given in class on this topic from Google's Positive Thoughts and respond.