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Double check your spelling

I don’t know which bugs me more – the misspelling of “privilege” or the fact that I can’t figure out who spelled it incorrectly in the first place.  The Daily Progress’ byline is “From staff reports,” and ESPN’s says “Joe Schad.”  Both reports say:”It is a privelege and not a right to wear a Cavaliers jersey and to represent our university and community,” Groh said.  “There are certain things that are vital and those things come into sharper focus and are multiplied when you’re rebuilding, as we are.  That’s focus, commitment and dependability.”I think it’s the misspelling.

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On Barry Bonds

If he’s just staying in for the record, why don’t the players just not pitch to him?  What better statement from those who haven’t cheated?I don’t care too much for baseball, but I do have great disdain for cheaters.  Of all the articles I read yesterday on this, this one by Buster Olney stood out.

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Nike Soccer videos

I love soccer.  My clients know this, as one has asked me whether I place a higher value on properties that are in closer proximity to soccer fields.  Short answer – yes.Nike Soccer has, in preparation for the World Cup, produced some awesome videos featuring Eric Cantona and many of the world’s most impressive players.  The passion that he conveys and with which they play is infectious.  My wife thinks I am crazy for enjoying these videos so much, but my daughter loves them.

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Leadership Academy

I am going to be gone next week, Tuesday through Thursday, attending the VAR Leadership Academy.  This is a year-long program that is comprised of four retreats and is designed to – you guessed it – shape and develop better leaders.  Our first assignment has been to read The Timeless Leader, a fascinating conglomeration of leaders throughout history and the corporate correlations.

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