Thanksgiving reflections and regional history in a holiday piece
A centering essay on Thanksgiving celebrating gratitude, family meals, and the spirit of the holiday. It notes regional lore about early servings near El Paso in 1598, contrasts with Squanto and Pilgrims, and honors workers who keep the day running. It closes with a call to contact Jay Miller in Santa Fe.
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Hotmail
Editorial: Solyndra not an isolated case in Washington
The Solyndra case signals a broader pattern of costly energy subsidies and political favoritism in Washington. The piece notes FBI and Congressional scrutiny, argues for ending federal tax credits and loan guarantees, and cites major beneficiaries while stressing wasteful spending by large corporations.
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Goldman Sachs
Morgan Stanley
General Electric
Exelon
Google
Toilet training tips for toddlers and readiness signs
Guidance on when a child may be ready for toilet training varies by child. Look for dry intervals, regular bowel patterns, ability to communicate needs, interest in a potty, and willingness to follow directions. Start when multiple signs appear and proceed with patience, using a floor potty and encouraging routine without scolding.
GOP must pick a strong candidate not a perfect one
The piece argues Newt Gingrich leads polls but faces heat over Freddie Mac consulting fees and urges Republicans to select a standout candidate rather than a composite. It highlights eight possible figures including Romney Cain Paul Huntsman Santorum Bachmann Perry and warns against Democratic missteps in governance.
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China
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ENMU Roswell Educator Giddens Completes UTEP MPH in Nursing
Jean Giddens nursing instructor at Eastern New Mexico University Roswell earned a Master of Science in nursing from the University of Texas at El Paso. She studied medical surgical nursing and education administration, and researched the effects of sanguinarine on geriatric hygiene with Dr. Robert Keim. Giddens, a 1981 KU nursing graduate, has taught at ENMU Roswell since 1984 and sponsors the Student Nursing Association. she and husband George have son Christopher, 1.
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Eastern New Mexico University
University of Kansas
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Student Nursing Association
New Mexico Medical Center
George
Christopher
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