It would have been nice to have this in the classroom since cell phone ringing is very distracting while lecturing. But, after the Virginia Tech shooting, that will never happen, now.

I resisted getting a cell phone for many years since I like the idea of being incommunicato for periods of time during the day; it's peaceful. But when I found out that it would be a cheaper method of calling family (we are all over the country) than long distance charges, I caved.

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I am an American. That's the way most of us put it, just matter of factly. They are plain words, those four: you could write them on your thumbnail, or sweep them clear across this bright autumn sky. But remember too, that they are more than just words. They are a way of life. So whenever you speak them; speak them firmly, speak them proudly, speak them gratefully. I am an American. ...a tradition