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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: December 2010
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Tuesday, December 21, 2010. Does anyone say "thank you" anymore? Does anyone say thank you anymore? Whether it’s the gas station, grocery store or McDonalds, I have noticed that fewer clerks and sales associates say “Thank you”. If I am lucky, I may get a “have a good one” but often times I just get my change and am sent on my way. Perhaps those who fail to say thank you feel that they are being taken advantage of...
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: Seven Gifts-Wisdom
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Thursday, August 29, 2013. Each morning I pray to the Creator, give me the wisdom to know right from wrong and the courage to do what is right. If we possess wisdom, we will make good decisions. Sadly some people never learn from their mistakes but instead, wallow in their own foolishness. They continue to do the things that got them in trouble in the first place and the end result is often dismal, if not trag...
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: April 2011
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Saturday, April 16, 2011. The Mob on Leadership. Massino used some colorful anecdotes to describe life in the mob and lessons he taught underlings and it got me to thinking about a whole new series of leadership books – The Godfather on Leadership, The Mob on Leadership, Tony Montana on Leadership and of course Massino on Leadership. Lesson 1: It takes all kinda meat to make a good sauce. The melting pot philosoph...
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: Seven Gifts-AAKODEWIN (Bravery)
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Monday, September 2, 2013. When we think of bravery, we think of people who do extraordinary things in the midst of great danger. But courage/bravery is a virtue that we should possess each day. This gift was given to us so that we would have the courage to do things even in the most difficult of times. Oftentimes, doing the right thing means going against the grain. It’s being counter cultural. I am active in the...
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: March 2011
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Monday, March 7, 2011. A Lack of Civility? The Rules of Civil Political Disagreement. In a recent Facebook exchange, the. Tony Carvajal and I were bemoaning the lack of civility in modern political discourse. I suggested that what’s needed now is a. For Civility that outlines what’s fair and what scores below the belt. 1 Attack the position, not the person. 2 Don’t raise a charge without. Ie because you disagree w...
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: June 2013
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Tuesday, June 11, 2013. A DAY IN THE COUNTRY. After working on end of the year grades for several hours, my wife was ready to take a break. As a result, we decided to drive “out to the country” to visit the Serendipity Farm-home to Hippie Tom of American Pickers fame. However, I soon found out that not all stuff must suffer the same fate if Hippie Tom gets a hold of it first. . Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). I am act...
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: Sikh Temple Candle Light Vigil “Uplift & Heal”
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Tuesday, August 6, 2013. Sikh Temple Candle Light Vigil “Uplift and Heal”. Last year, my nephew Sammy Rangel developed a relationship with the Sikh community in southeastern Wisconsin after the horrific shooting which claimed six lives. One year later, he played a role in bringing the Native American community to the temple to honor the memory of those who were slain. The most touching part of the memorial service...
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: September 2013
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Monday, September 2, 2013. When we think of bravery, we think of people who do extraordinary things in the midst of great danger. But courage/bravery is a virtue that we should possess each day. This gift was given to us so that we would have the courage to do things even in the most difficult of times. Oftentimes, doing the right thing means going against the grain. It’s being counter cultural.
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: Seven Gifts-MANAADJITOWAAWIN (Respect)
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Saturday, August 31, 2013. The third Grandfather offered the gift of MANAADJITOWAAWIN (Respect), so that he would give respect to everyone, all human beings and all things created. The term “Respect” is used liberally in “Indian Country.” From early on we are taught to respect our elders, respect the earth, respect our parents….but what does it mean to have respect? You have to respect me because I am important!
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life: LEADERSHIP RACINE BEGINS 15th YEAR
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Mino Bimaadiziwin: The Good life. A collection of thoughts about this journey we call life! Friday, October 12, 2012. LEADERSHIP RACINE BEGINS 15th YEAR. Leadership Racine kicked off its 15. Class this past September and as I spoke to the new group of participants, I reflected on my involvement over the past fifteen years. From a participant in that first class to advisory board chair, I have done everything from schlepping soda to presenting. Perhaps they sensed their own mortality. Is that they come fr...