Author Archives: Raun Lauterbach

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Optimistic realist, life enthusiast, outdoor cook, Midwest traveler, husband, father... Follow me: Twitter | Facebook | Get updates in your email

Thoughts on the Sandy Hook Tragedy

Posted on December 17, 2012 by

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This blog is normally lighthearted.  Today’s post is written with a heavy heart.  Not just for those who lost their lives in the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy, but for humanity as a whole. There are no words to describe … Continue reading →

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Improbable Philanthropy’s New Project

Posted on December 13, 2012 by

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I met Al Andrews, founder of Improbable Philanthropy, while attending the Quitter Conference where he was a speaker.  Improbable Philanthropy blends crowd-funding with charitable giving. Improbable Philanthropy has successfully funded the start-up costs to build two child survival centers for … Continue reading →

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Practicing Art

Posted on December 6, 2012 by

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When we are kids, we’re all artists.  As we grow up, something happens that changes that.  Many (most) of us lose our concept of art.  Is art the finger painting on the refrigerator?  Is art the Lego structure on the … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Living Beyond Rich by Jen McDonough

Posted on December 4, 2012 by

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Living Beyond Rich is a fabulous book detailing the journey Jen McDonough and her family took to get out of debt (to the tune of $150,000) while also paying for some significant medical issues.  The prevailing message is that if … Continue reading →

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Gifts for your outdoor cook

Posted on December 3, 2012 by

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The Christmas season is upon us.  We’ve survived Black Friday and Cyber Monday.  Are you still trying to come up with something to give your outdoor cook?  Here are some ideas. Wood chips are a great gift.  They can be … Continue reading →

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