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  • SALK Day 17 – Remembering MLK’s Dream

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    Ruth Carter

    “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”

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    Dr. Martin Luther King had a dream that African Americans would be treated the same as Caucasian Americans.  Thanks to the Civil Rights Movements, the law treats all person the same; however, we have a long way to go to make this occur on a societal level.  Stereotypes vastly pervade our culture.  When we see a person, we automatically make judgments about them based on their appearance, whether it’s based on their skin color, height, weight, gender, clothing, posture, or who they associate with.

    When it comes to overcoming stereotypes, one thing that is hard to turn off is the automatic filter.  This can be applied to a group of people or to a single person.  These are the automatic thoughts that all overweight people are lazy or that all Asians are bad drivers.  It takes an effort to see people for who they are, and not what they are.  When I don’t like a person, it takes a conscious effort not to view everything that they do or say as wrong or bad.  Also, when someone is being hyper-judgmental of me, I try to remember that their ability to be rational could be being blocked by their automatic filter.

    When judgment is suspended long enough to see a person for who they are, their talents and personalities shine through.  The person who appears dim-witted has a chance to show that he is brilliant.  The large intimidating black man can be seen as a sensitive poet.  The awkward-looking paralyzed man in the wheelchair can be seen as an exceptional physicist.

    Like Martin Luther King, we all have dreams.  It might be to have particular career, achieve certain athletic goals, or to raise a family.  With few exceptions, who are any of us to tell someone that their dream is wrong or to criticize them for their aspirations?  My dream is for the world to see that being different is not the same as being wrong.  Just because you don’t share my views or my passions, it does not make either of us wrong.

    We each bring something different to the table, and whenever possible our unique perspectives should be honored if not celebrated.  We should all strive to see each other for who we are, and not who we assume each other to be.

    Sponsor A Law Kid is my endeavor to pay for my last semester of law school. Today’s sponsor is Darvin and Jane DeShazer.   For more information about Sponsor A Law Kid or to see what days are still available for sponsorship, visit my Sponsor A Law Kid page.

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  • SALK Day 16 – Tyler Hurst

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    Ruth Carter

    Today’s sponsor is Tyler Hurst, local copywriter, digital publicist, and blogger.  He’s a bit of a controversial smartass, but he owns it.  He likes to tell his and others’ stories.  It seems like he has good intentions, even when I don’t understand the methods behind his madness.

    Tyler sponsored today because this is the day that he and I are both running the P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon, with about 20,000 other people.  I’m grateful he sponsored a day, but I wish he told me what he wanted me to write about.  I figured the least I can do is tell you to check out his blog and follow him on Twitter.

    Update:  The race results are in!

    • Tyler: 2:20:11 (great job – especially for your first time!!!)
    • Ruth: 2:06:18 (Win!  And a personal record)

    Sponsor A Law Kid is my endeavor to pay for my last semester of law school. Today’s sponsor is Tyler Hurst.   For more information about Sponsor A Law Kid or to see what days are still available for sponsorship, visit my Sponsor A Law Kid page.

  • SALK Day 15 – Camelback Toyota

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    Ruth Carter

    Today’s sponsor is Camelback Toyota.  Have you seen their new facility?  It’s gorgeous!  They make getting your car serviced as relaxing as possible.  Here are the top five reasons why you should get your car serviced at their facility.

    1. Outstanding Service: The service department staff is known for being prompt, knowledgeable, and not pressuring customers into services that they don’t need.  Their website also has a new feature where you can schedule an appointment online.  Last year, I had my first dead battery ever.  It happened late on a Friday afternoon.  I called Camelback Toyota and explained the situation.  I had gotten a jump and was on my way over to their shop.  The service department stayed open past 5pm so they could receive my car and made sure that I had a ride home.  I received a call from them early the next day telling me that there was nothing wrong besides the battery and that my car was ready to be picked up.
    2. Free Food:  Camelback Toyota upgraded their customer lounge in their new facility.  The lounge itself is huge with comfortable chairs.  There’s also a cafe with free coffee and water.  They serve free bagels and fruit in the morning and free sandwiches in the afternoon.
    3. Free iPads:  The customer lounge at Camelback Toyota is equipped with free Wi-Fi.  You can also check out an iPad for free.  You can play a relaxing game of Scrabble while you’re waiting for your service to be completed.
    4. Massage Chairs:  There are actually two customer lounges at Camelback Toyota.  There’s the main lounge downstairs and there is a “quiet lounge” upstairs.  The quiet lounge has televisions and comfortable chairs for people who don’t want to experience the hussle and bussle of a car dealership or who want a quiet environment to get work done.  The quiet lounge also had little booths that have massage chairs and televisions in them.  You can relax, get a massage, and watch the program of your choice.  If you’re still enjoying your massage when your car is ready, there is no expectation that you’ll cut your massage short if you don’t want to.
    5. Fantastic Customer Service:  One of the reasons why I bought a Toyota is because of its reliability.  I have never had a major problem with any of my cars, so I only need it to be serviced a few times a year.    It astounds me that the cashier at the service center always remembers who I am.  She must see hundreds of people every week.  She is the embodiment of Camelback Toyota’s commitment to their customers and providing award winning customer service.

    Consider using Camelback Toyota for your future service needs.  You can find Camelback Toyota on the web, Facebook, and Twitter.

    Sponsor A Law Kid is my endeavor to pay for my last semester of law school. Today’s sponsor is Camelback Toyota.   For more information about Sponsor A Law Kid or to see what days are still available for sponsorship, visit my Sponsor A Law Kid page.

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