Kim Lifton
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On the article Henry Ford, Beaumont Merger Called Off Due to 'Two Very Different Perspectives'
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On the Blog Post Natural and Sugar-Free Sweeteners and Beverages
Kim Lifton
8:41 am on Wednesday, May 15, 2013
ReplyNice, informative article. Thanks. Does Stevia induce that "sweet tooth" in the same way sugar does?
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On the article Berkley Educator to be Honored as Oakland County Teacher of the Year
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On the event BHS Presents David & Lisa, A Play in Two Acts
Kim Lifton
10:42 am on Saturday, March 23, 2013
ReplyI was blown away by last night's performance of David and Lisa. Watching Claire (Lisa) skip on stage and speak in rhyme with Aaron (David) was mesmerizing. Seeing teens perform such a mature show about a difficult subject was more powerful than I could have imagined. The play was a brave choice for a high school; it showcased a great deal of young talent and brought mental illness to center stage - a place it needs to stay! Kudos to the most amazing students (all of you!) for embracing such challenging roles. At times I forgot that I was watching a high school production. Nice work, John Hopkins. You nailed it!
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On the Blog Post 8 Ways to Write a Stronger College Admissions Essay
Kim Lifton
10:07 am on Thursday, March 7, 2013
I also want to say I have been keeping all of the Newtown residents in my heart and prayers. I don't know how I got to this thread - must have been the blog. I realize I have been communicating with people who live in the community where the tragic shooting took so many innocent lives. May you each find strength to move forward. Please accept my condolences. I am going to be done with my comments on writing and focus on healing thoughts.
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On the Blog Post 8 Ways to Write a Stronger College Admissions Essay
Kim Lifton
9:58 am on Thursday, March 7, 2013
Newtown Resident and Teacher - I would love to talk to you more. You can reach me at kim@wowwritingworkshop.com or at 800-497-WRITE. You sound like a great writing teacher.
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On the article Huntington Woods Resident Named Metro Times Editor
Kim Lifton
8:23 am on Thursday, March 7, 2013
ReplyCongrats to you, Bryan; this job sounds like it was made for you. Good luck, and enjoy!
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On the Blog Post 8 Ways to Write a Stronger College Admissions Essay
Kim Lifton
8:20 am on Thursday, March 7, 2013
ReplyNewtown resident and teacher, I did not mean to imply that teachers do not teach basic writing skills. I don't think I said that, and I am sorry if that is how you interpreted it. I like teachers, and I think teachers have too much on their plates to do everything. Read my last post.... I said Steven should not shoot the messenger, the teacher. You sound like you will be one fabulous writing teacher. That is comforting. My daughter's high school LSA teacher is phenomenal - and she is learning how to write quite well.
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On the Blog Post 8 Ways to Write a Stronger College Admissions Essay
Kim Lifton
8:16 am on Thursday, March 7, 2013
Of course teachers should be able to teach students how to write college admissions essay. It would be wonderful to have more skilled writing teachers inside of the schools, but that is not the case. That said, giving tips to do a better job on an essay to help gain admission to college won't hurt anyone; it might help students write better. I don't disagree that schools should do many more things than they do. But let's not beat up teachers. Most of them work hard, are organized but also must adhere to rather strict curriculum guidelines set up by individual states to meet state and federal requirements. Let's not shoot the messenger - the teacher.
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On the Blog Post 4 Signs You Might Be a 'Helicopter Parent' -- And How You Can Stop
Kim Lifton
5:56 pm on Wednesday, March 6, 2013
ReplyGreat blog, as expected. I am glad I found you on Patch.com. Note to parents: Please try to trust your kids, and PLEASE, do not fill out their college apps or write their essays for them!
Kim Lifton
7:45 am on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
I don't think any of us outside of the merger talks knows what went on inside the boardroom. If board members of both institutions could not come to terms that worked for both parties, it was not a good idea. If Beaumont needs to merge, it will find a suitable partner. Good luck!