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Thoughts from Dr. Joe: Immigrants keep the American Dream alive

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Commentary: My stepson is a critter

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Thoughts from Dr. Joe: Musings on the mysteries of love this Valentine’s Day

During the week that brings us Valentine's Day Columnist Joe Puglia looks at the evolution of love, as man has tried to explain the mystery throughout the ages.

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Commentary: The friendly stream that became a runaway terror

Reg Green marvels at the changes in the Arroyo Seco near the Jet Propulsion Laboratory after a series of winter storms dropped heavy rain on the area.

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Thoughts from Dr. Joe: Lift troops’ spirits by means of Girl Scout cookies

Columnist Joe Puglia, a former Girl Scout troop leader, recalls a surprising encounter he had with a Marine who expressed gratitude for Girl Scout cookies that had been sent to troops in Iraq after Puglia publicized the organization's Gift of Caring program.