Tag Archives: Jon Stolpe Stretched

4 Traits to Cultivate for Community Health

Posted on August 2, 2012 by tnealtarver

I’ve noticed in my travels four common traits across cultures. To be a healthy, viable culture, I believe all four need to be present. Humor. I exchanged jokes with a Russian friend while my family and I lived in Khabarovsk, … Continue reading →

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Do You Love People and Use Things or Love Things and Use People?

Posted on March 30, 2012 by tnealtarver

My friend Jon has Ice-Breaker Friday at his blog Jon Stolpe Stretched. He recently asked, “If you could make a playlist of your favorite songs, what five songs would make the list?” I answered then read other people’s answers. Later … Continue reading →

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A Bit of Trouble Long, Long Ago, In A Middle School Far Away

Posted on February 14, 2012 by tnealtarver

I’m guest posting at Jon Stolpe Stretched today. Check out “The Kid Stretches Me.” *** Long, long ago, in a middle school far away, a minor injury became a major problem. I cut my finger. (That is minor. Yes, I … Continue reading →

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