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» Health and wellness is good for the soul
By Phyllis Fickling | Published 06/5/2009 | Religion | Rating:  printer version

In November 2007, I was hospitalized for 21 days with an undetected illness that had been dormant for several years. The quietness of the hospital allowed plenty of time to reflect on some things; and, in some cases, to not think at all, which was also refreshing.



» Commentary: It is my turn now to play the ratings game
By Phyllis Fickling | Published 03/10/2009 | Commentaries | Unrated  printer version
Have you ever participated in a Nielsen survey?  Do you know what it is?  This is an issue that really affects the African-American community.  When my favorite shows were canceled because of low Nielsen ratings, I wondered who voted and why wasn’t I asked.