KIRKSVILLE — Several of the people I interviewed during an exploratory reporting trip to Kirksville in February mentioned that their version of the American Dream is a combination of healthy relationships, happiness in the work they're doing and giving back to their communities or the world. Three of seven specifically said their perception of the American Dream was connected to their faith – which is a different story than the one often heard about home, college or retirement.
Care for yourself — and others
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 | 1:00 p.m. CDT;
updated 9:09 a.m. CDT, Monday, May 7, 2012
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