Ralph Forrest-Ball
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BA Warren Wilson College, MS Auburn UniversityInterests
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How to Replace a DoorknobIf your bedroom doorknob is broken, nine times out of ten you could replace it yourself with a screwdriver. But be prepared for the possibility that you may end up in over your head and have to call a locksmith to bail you out.
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How to Wash a Cat Without Killing it or YourselfThe keys to washing a cat are preparation and speed. Have everything ready so the bath only lasts 90 seconds. Also it's very important to talk to the cat the whole time it's in the tub.
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How Do You Twist Mother Nature's Arm?Is it possible to persuade the universe to give you what you want? If it isn't possible, why do so many people keep trying it?
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Fairness and HonestyIn any argument, people have their own points of view. Even if everyone can agree on the facts (which they often can't) they still won't agree about which facts are relevant and what's the fair way to look at the problem.
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Lost Dog, Found Dog, Lost Again, Found AgainFive years ago, I almost had a dog. She ended up back with her true owner only by an amazing coincidence.
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EmilyThis is a short story about loneliness and relationships.
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Separation of Church and StateSeparation of church and state is a pivotal issue in the constitution. It's based on the very first line of the Bill of Rights.
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Sanctity of LifeLife is sacred, but not just human life. Humans are only one species out of millions. -
Exploitation Isn't SustainableIn the past we have focused on choices that are profitable. If we intend to survive, we need to start focusing on choices that are sustainable. Religion is not the solution; it's part of the problem.
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The Five W's (and an H) Should Be SevenIn addition to Who, What, Where, When, How, and Why, we also should ask "Why is this news?" and "What can I do about it?"
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Sexism is Alive and Well in the Movie "Cashback"I was going to give this romantic comedy 4 stars out of 5 but the filmmakers' sexism made me drop it to 3 stars.
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From Logan's Run to The MatrixStories like "Logan's Run" and "The Matrix" are allegories for the condition we find ourselves in: trapped in an artificial world.
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Wall-E Has Fabulous Graphics but a Mediocre PlotThe animated movie "Wall-E", from Pixar, has excellent graphics and an interesting story. Children will enjoy it. Adults will enjoy it too if they can overlook the flaws. Three stars out of four.
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Confidence and UncertaintyThis short essay is a stream of consciousness from someone whose grip on reality is still there but lacking a certain level of confidence.