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		<title>Scrapbook: Academic Excellence &#8211; Moot Court &#8211; 2008</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:26:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This was awarded to me by the law school for Best Written Brief  for the 2008 Moot Court. Supposedly, it is the only academic award aside from valedictorian that is noted on a diploma at graduation.
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		<title>Scrapbook: Academic Excellence &#8211; Personal Property &#8211; 2008</title>
		<link>http://www.davodd.com/scrapbook-academic-excellence-personal-property-2008/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:21:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This was awarded to me by the law school for having the highest grade in Personal Property class.
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		<title>Scrapbook: CA Ballot stub &#8211; Nov. 4, 2008</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:18:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Proof that I voted on Nov. 4, 2008.
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		<title>The supposed atsrological match-up of Rich and me</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 21:12:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As we are just days away from our seventh anniversary, I thought it was time to see what the &#8220;stars&#8221; had to say about my relationship compatibility with Rich.
David: Aquarius (with Venus in Capricorn)
 Rich: Leo (with Venus in Leo)
Source: http://cafeastrology.com
How David approaches romantic relationships:
David is  generally steadfast and deliberate in love, finding safety and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As we are just days away from our seventh anniversary, I thought it was time to see what the &#8220;stars&#8221; had to say about my relationship compatibility with Rich.</p>
<p><strong>David:</strong> Aquarius (with Venus in Capricorn)<br />
<strong> Rich:</strong> Leo (with Venus in Leo)</p>
<p><em>Source: <a href="http://cafeastrology.com">http://cafeastrology.com</a></em></p>
<p><em><strong>How David approaches romantic relationships:</strong></em></p>
<p>David is  generally steadfast and deliberate in love, finding safety and comfort in all that is tried and true. David can be on the cautious side about sharing his heart, but his reliability as a partner is hard to resist for many people.</p>
<p>David acts respectfully in love, and takes extra care not to hurt a partner. For that matter, he takes extra care not to get hurt himself! This self-protective quality can sometimes frustrate Rich, simply because David is not very comfortable with letting himself go on a romantic level. Once David&#8217;s defenses are down (at least some of them), he is a warm, tender, and even vulnerable lover.</p>
<p>Things are at their best in relationships with David when his partner understands that David shows his emotions and care through actions rather than words. What appears to be a certain coolness, aloofness, or even snobbishness actually hides a fair amount of vulnerability and warmth. When David feels safe and comfortable with someone, he is far more demonstrative.</p>
<p>David&#8217;s is a strong sensuality. He attracts others with a quiet charm that fairly reeks with competence. There is a controlled manner about him when it comes to love, and potential partners can sense it. It can drive them wild if they are so inclined! David is are attracted to a partner who is responsible and respectable. Someone who is passionate may at once scare him and appeal to him, and these conflicting emotions and reactions can lead to quite a powerful attraction. Perhaps a passionate person is exactly what David needs to loosen up a little. David has much to offer others, and his dependability is sure to be appreciated in the long haul. For those who are up to the challenge, discovering the earthy sensuality and vulnerability inside David will be a tremendous reward. They will have to win his trust, and a little persistence will certainly help.</p>
<p><em><strong>How Rich approaches romantic relationships:</strong></em></p>
<p>Rich can be &#8220;stuck&#8221; in the first stage of romance, when passions run high and they can&#8217;t seem to get each other out of their minds. Rich never wants this stage to end! When Rich is in love, the relationship consumes him. Rich radiates the love that he receives from David, and reverberates with the energy of love. Rich is ardent and affectionate with David. The adoration Rich gives may not be (and probably won&#8217;t be) matched, and this is when you falter. Truth is, David may have a different style of expressing his love. It may be just as ardent as Rich&#8217;s love, but Rich tends to equate adoring expressions of love with love itself.</p>
<p>Rich tends to hold on to love, sometimes longer than he perhaps should, and he may work hard on forcing a partner into the script Rich has unconsciously written for him! When Rich is happy with David (which often coincides with Rich&#8217;s perception that David is right there with you in an emotional sense), Rich is generous to a fault, with little thought of the future. Rich takes the ups and downs of his romantic relationships to heart, more so than most people, simply because Rich invests so much of his ego and identity into love! Rich&#8217;s warmth is extremely dependent upon the amount of attention and affection he receives. Although Rich may begin relationships with considerable ardency, if he is not showered with attention and made to feel special over the course of time, he will surely lose passion for the relationship. Rich&#8217;s need for appreciation from David is paramount, yet all too often he comes on strong in love and a partner misinterprets Rich&#8217;s ardor as brazen confidence. This can be a vicious circle, because what David may not know is that, in fact, Rich is not as sure of himself as he seems, and David&#8217;s reassurances are vital! It is easy for Rich to jump into relationships without too much thought. However, Rich&#8217;s expectations are high, and David needs to understand that for a relationship with Rich to survive over the long haul, it needs to be stoked constantly. Rich will hang on to a relationship longer than most, but his expectations are so high that disappointment is almost inevitable. More than most signs, Rich would benefit from waiting to marry when he is older and more sure of himself. When Rich is happy in his relationship, his warmth and eagerness are admirable!</p>
<p><em><strong>How David and Rich Blend:</strong></em></p>
<p>Rich is insatiably expressive in love relationships, often impulsive, and very demonstrative. David possess a more steady, practical view of relationships. Dramatizing feelings is as natural as breathing to Rich (he doesn&#8217;t just like something, he adores it; he isn&#8217;t simply hurt by what you say, he is devastated, etc.). David, on the other hand, is more reserved about his feelings and desires, as he is cautious about letting another person into his heart. In fact, David may at times find gushy emotions uncomfortable and downright impractical. David may question the sincerity behind Rich&#8217;s demonstrations. Both of them value loyalty and security in partnerships, but their styles of expressing love are radically different. Rich needs to be reminded that the constancy of David&#8217;s feelings are very valuable. David is  certainly more concerned about where the relationship is headed. Rich, on the other hand, is living for the moment where love is concerned. If they share finances, similar conflicts can arise between them! Both in love and with money, David believes in moderation, and Rich is inclined to go overboard in both areas. David should remember that Rich&#8217;s ego is tied up in how David treats him, and there is the risk that Rich&#8217;s apparent over-confidence will prompt David to want to curb it by limiting compliments! If this is the case, Rich is likely to lose interest fast. David needs to understand that Rich is far more insecure in love than he lets on. David values solitude from time to time, and his occasional withdrawal is sure to fire Rich up. Rich&#8217;s head is often in the clouds when it comes to love, and his vision of the future is generally positive, while David is largely realistic. Sounds like an unlikely couple? It does, but if both of are willing, they can certainly learn a lot from each other. David might enjoy Rich&#8217;s ability to brighten up his day, and Rich will love David&#8217;s extraordinary sense of humor and commitment to making things work between them.</p>
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		<title>Why we love Ryan Reynolds #253</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:03:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cute as a button and a wry sense of humor.]]></description>
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		<title>My astrological birth chart</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:19:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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Born Feb. 4, 1968 in Fort Wayne, Indiana at approximately 12:30 a.m.
SIGNS
Sun: Aquarius &#8211; Independent, autonomous, emancipated and  progressive.  Weaknesses: quirky, rebellious and revolutionary spirit.
Moon: Aries &#8211; Self-assured; ambitious. Autonomous,  emancipated and courageous. Weaknesses: Dominant personality may be overbearing  and aggressive. Impulsive; tendency toward impetuousness. Constantly changing  job.
Mercury: Pisces &#8211; Fertile imagination, [...]]]></description>
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<p>Born Feb. 4, 1968 in Fort Wayne, Indiana at approximately 12:30 a.m.</p>
<p><strong>SIGNS</strong></p>
<li><strong>Sun</strong>: Aquarius &#8211; Independent, autonomous, emancipated and  progressive.  Weaknesses: quirky, rebellious and revolutionary spirit.</li>
<li><strong>Moon</strong>: Aries &#8211; Self-assured; ambitious. Autonomous,  emancipated and courageous. Weaknesses: Dominant personality may be overbearing  and aggressive. Impulsive; tendency toward impetuousness. Constantly changing  job.</li>
<li><strong>Mercury</strong>: Pisces &#8211; Fertile imagination, a good and kind  soul. Capable and flexible mind but can be considered a little artificial by  others. Weaknesses: Mercury in opposition to Jupiter &#8211; tends to be arrogant and  assesses his skills higher than they actually are.</li>
<li><strong>Venus</strong>: Capricorn &#8211; is very sincere in love, although he is  attracted to those with problems, which can be a problem. His feelings are deep,  stable, solid and definite. Weaknesses: Has a tendency to hold back emotions and  may be too reserved.</li>
<li><strong>Mars</strong>: Pisces &#8211; When he becomes angry, he has difficulty  controlling himself. Weaknesses: The constraints of society can provoke him to  anger. Religious extremists in particular may drive him insane with rage.   Opposition to Pluto: Has a tendency to lash out violently and crush people  without giving it a second thought.</li>
<li><strong>Jupiter</strong>: Virgo &#8211; Methodical and practical. Likes order,  organization and harmony. Can easily link everything together. Weakness: Does  not trust people.</li>
<li><strong>Saturn</strong>: Aries &#8211; Exploration, investigation and research.  Natural talents in science, journalism and the law. Weaknesses: He takes revenge  and is indifferent to pain he causes in others.</li>
<li><strong>Uranus</strong>: Virgo &#8211; Not always dependable, but has great  intuition. He is sometimes ingenious. Always looking for ways to improve his  daily life. </li>
<li><strong>Neptune</strong>: Scorpio &#8211; Investigation, inquiry and secrets play  a large role in his life.</li>
<li><strong>Pluto</strong>: Virgo &#8211; Not shy.</li>
<li><strong>Lilith</strong>: Taurus</li>
<p>: gives extraordinary love for the beauty and big emotional activity. You look for your security needs in a relationship, contacting others by flirting. With gifts and properties others can attract you, and probably you achive material security in a partnership.</p>
<li><strong>Asc. node</strong>: Aries<strong>HOUSES</strong></li>
<li><strong>First </strong>(Rising Sign): Scorpio &#8211; Lovers will come and go &#8211;  and then come back again. <br />
<em><strong>Mercury trine: </strong></em>Is  intelligent with a lively quick wit. Loves to exchange ideas with anyone. Open  nature; outgoing. <br />
<em><strong>Jupiter sextile trine:</strong></em> Is  pleasant, jovial and engaging.  </li>
<li><strong>Second</strong>: Sagittarius &#8211; Social success in a profession (Law,  Medicine, Finance, Architecture) is likely</li>
<li><strong>Third</strong>: Capricorn &#8211; Nothing is left to chance. Would rather  give his money away than play the lottery. Everything in his life is calculated,  dissected slowly and methodically &#8211; twice rather than once &#8211; in peace and quiet  by himself.  He is introverted and doesn’t speak about his plans until they are  well underway. <br />
<strong><em>Venus in third:</em></strong> Outstanding  intelligence. Likes everything that is beautiful. Very select in choosing close  friends.</li>
<li><strong>Fourth</strong>: Aquarius &#8211; He will leave the family home quite  young. He likes liberty and wants a life that is out of the ordinary &#8211; and  certainly one that does not correspond to the life lived by his parents.  Ambitious. Influence by family, especially the mother. Proud, self-confident.  Has faith in his future.<br />
<em><strong>Mercury in Fourth:</strong></em> Education is very important, is cultivated. <br />
<em><strong>Moon in  fourth:</strong></em> No desire to be a figurehead leader, would rather control  a situation by being the right-hand man or trusted advisor to an important  person. Likes the country, nature and animals. </li>
<li><strong>Fifth</strong>: Pisces &#8211; He has lofty feelings and is full of  tenderness. Seeks to formalize marriage quietly, without any trouble. A lovely  little family will result from this union.<br />
<em><strong>Mars in  fifth:</strong></em> Spontaneous. Likes games. Willing to take professional  risks. Don’t expect beating around the bush or flowery flattery; he gets right  to the point. <br />
<em><strong>Saturn in fifth:</strong></em> Likes method,  calculation and concentration.  Serious in everything, does not seek mindless  amusement and is not likely to drink heavily or take recreational drugs. Has few  friends. Is sincere in his feelings.</li>
<li><strong>Sixth</strong>: Aries &#8211; Natural ability to command. Knows how to  take up and follow-through on responsibilities at work. <br />
<strong><em>Moon in sixth:</em></strong> No desire to be a figurehead leader, would rather control a  situation by being the right-hand man or trusted advisor to an important person.  Likes the country, nature and animals.</li>
<li><strong>Seventh: </strong>Taurus &#8211; Marries for love. Will have a peaceful  union even if exchange of ideas isn&#8217;t always smooth.<br />
<strong><em>Lilith in seventh:</em></strong> Manipulate fellow beings with best intentions and flirts are a speciality. Also, love of music and shows mediating, always fair and harmony-referring nature.</li>
<li><strong>Eighth:</strong> Gemini &#8211; He is a writer. He also is a painter or  involved some way in the visual arts. If he does not become famous during his  lifetime, he will be remembered posthumously.</li>
<li><strong>Ninth:</strong> Cancer &#8211; Has a fertile imagination. He loves travel  and vacations where he can relax and get away from it all.</li>
<li><strong>Tenth </strong>(Midheaven): Leo &#8211; Has all of the qualities needed in  a leader: authority, sense of organization, initiative, intelligence. He is a  fighter who easily wins over allies to join his cause.<br />
<strong><em>Jupiter in  tenth: </em></strong>Cannot adapt to a humdrum or uncertain life. Likes comfort  and is a natural manager. </li>
<li><strong>Eleventh</strong>: Virgo &#8211; People who do not share his values cannot  be his friends. <br />
<em><strong>Uranus in eleventh:</strong></em> Intellectual,  original and extravagant. Freedom is important to him, even in regard to friends  and loved ones. </li>
<li><strong>Twelfth</strong>: Libra &#8211; Honors come as he imagined they might.   </li>
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		<title>Prop 8: Or why cries for &#8220;more democracy&#8221; are scary</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:37:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, my state&#8217;s constitution broke and some discrimination got in.
That&#8217;s not the way it is supposed to happen. And that is why the U.S. is founded on the principles of a democratic republic &#8211; and not as a pure democracy.
In a pure democracy the majority always rules at the cost of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, my state&#8217;s constitution broke and some discrimination got in.</p>
<p>That&#8217;s not the way it is supposed to happen. And that is why the U.S. is founded on the principles of a democratic republic &#8211; and not as a pure democracy.</p>
<p>In a pure democracy the majority always rules at the cost of minorities. But, in a democratic republic, minorities are guaranteed the same rights as the majority.</p>
<p>In Prop 8, in its pure form democracy &#8220;won.&#8221; The majority claimed rights &#8211; but carved out one specific minority group to not share those same rights.</p>
<p>That is a classic example of a majority using the tools of democracy to discriminate against a minority. Normally, this is something banned in democratic republics like America.</p>
<p>But not on Nov. 4. The majority in four states on that Tuesday decided that gay people are less than human in that they apparently do not deserve full human rights.</p>
<p>Putting the basic civil rights of a minority group up to a popular vote is just plain wrong and against everything this country believes in &#8211; honoring majority rule as long as the fundamental rights of minorities are protected.</p>
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		<title>Easy gift ideas for me</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 08:50:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So, you want to buy me a gift for the holidays.
Or, you are obligated to get me something because you drew my name in a Christmas gift exchange.
The easiest thing to do is to log on my Amazon.com wish list. I&#8217;ve makered a bunch of things I either want or need &#8211; and most of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So, you want to buy me a gift for the holidays.</p>
<p>Or, you are obligated to get me something because you drew my name in a Christmas gift exchange.</p>
<p>The easiest thing to do is to log on my Amazon.com wish list. I&#8217;ve makered a bunch of things I either want or need &#8211; and most of them are very affordable.</p>
<p><a title="David's Amazon.com Wish List" href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/8CA5EAV39HWF/ref=wl_web">CLICK HERE TO GO THERE NOW</a></p>
<p>If you are not very big on Amazon.com &#8211; feel free to get me a gift certififcate to Barnes &amp; Noble bookstore.</p>
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		<title>Scrapbook: Aunt Gail and Uncle Don&#8217;s 50th Wedding anniversary invite</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 08:38:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rich and I got this post card inviting us to celebrate my family Patriarch&#8217;s (Uncle Don Herron, mom&#8217;s older brother) 50th wedding anniversary.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.davodd.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/08-08-02-aunt-gail-and-uncle-dons-50th-wedding-invite-postcard.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1529" title="08-08-02-aunt-gail-and-uncle-dons-50th-wedding-invite-postcard" src="http://www.davodd.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/08-08-02-aunt-gail-and-uncle-dons-50th-wedding-invite-postcard-300x251.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="251" /></a>Rich and I got this post card inviting us to celebrate my family Patriarch&#8217;s (Uncle Don Herron, mom&#8217;s older brother) 50th wedding anniversary.</p>
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		<title>Scrapbook: Pics of my Brother&#8217;s auto accident</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:35:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Speakman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[My brother Kenny and his wife were in a car accident earlier this year. They were rear-ended at high speed and the car was totaled as it was pushed into the car in front of them. They, thankfully, had only minor injuries and recovered.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My brother Kenny and his wife were in a car accident earlier this year. They were rear-ended at high speed and the car was totaled as it was pushed into the car in front of them. They, thankfully, had only minor injuries and recovered.</p>

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