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Title: The Souls of Black Folks

by | Feb 22, 2005 | Not So Recent Reads

Author: W.E.B. Dubois
Date: 22-Feb-2005

W.E.B. Du Bois said, on the launch of his groundbreaking 1903 treatise, The Souls of Black Folk, “for the problem of the twentieth century is the problem of the color-line”, a prescient statement. Setting out to show to the reader “the strange meaning of being black here in the dawning of the twentieth century,” Du Bois explains the meaning of the emancipation, and its effect, and his views on the roles of the leaders of his race.

My Thoughts:Required reading for any Afro-American scholar. I simply could not put this book down. Well recommended.

Title: The Motley Fool: You Have More than You Think

by | Feb 22, 2005 | Not So Recent Reads

Author: David and Tom Gardner
Date: 22-Feb-02

Taking control of your personal finances is the first – and most important – step toward successful investing and a secure future. The Motley Fool You Have More Than You Think, now fully updated and expanded, provides guidance for anyone trying to balance lifestyle aspirations and financial realities. The latest edition of this Motley Fool best seller covers topics such as:

  • Getting out of debt…and into the stock market
  • Turning your bank account into a moneymaker
  • Using the Internet to learn about all things financial – from buying a home to getting the best deal on a car
  • Saving enough to send your children to the colleges of their dreams

    • My Thoughts: Very interesting read. Lots of insights and suggestions to keep on the right financial track.

    Workout – Running and Stuff

    by | Feb 20, 2005 | Workout Log

    Today’s run – 4.0m/40 min

    Mood: Felt really pretty tired today…in fact I have been feeling tired lately. Big part of that is that I have not been getting a steady supply of sleep. Will be pushing for at least 6 hours per night starting tonite. As you can see, I didn’t do the 4mile run yesterday as I intended, but the rest was well worth it. Body is looking good, a bit heavier than exected – I have been at 185 for the last 3 months. Will be focusing on cutting down to around 175 or so in the next phase of my workout. Watching diet is a must…not that my diet is all that bad now anyway. Stepped away from the alternating workout today to add some stamina work. Will be working in the speed and stamina workout as a regular part of my workout from now on.

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    Week 3: 9.02m [Phase I.3] / [Total = 33.63m)]
    Week 2: 10.89m [Phase I.2]
    Week 1: 13.72 m [Phase I.1]
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    Zocor still rocking and rolling along. Had 1 slices of Dominoes pizza, 1 banana and an apple for dinner. WIll be heading up to Jax tomorrow – MLK Day to close out account and move to the next life phase. Will share more about that in day and months to come.