Daily Archives: April 22, 2011

The Pain Of Jewish Holidays

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Luke Ford

I find Sabbaths and holidays painful. They remind me of what’s missing from my life — connection. During the week, I can distract myself with many endeavors so that I never have to look in the mirror and see my … Continue reading →

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Are There More Acceptable/Less Acceptable Topics For Writing?

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Luke Ford

I go through my life offending people. It’s a talent I inherited from my father. I wonder how I’d do with an MFA program in writing? I wonder how much there is an “This is acceptable, but that isn’t” mentality? … Continue reading →

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Nation Of Islam Forms Ties With Scientology

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Luke Ford

Report: The choice of holding the Nation of Islam’s convention in the bay area underscores the organization’s growing relationship with the Church of Scientology, based in Clearwater. Connected by shared interests in improving literacy and ending drug abuse, the organizations … Continue reading →

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