21.  Although I cannot speak for Judaism as a whole, one Jewish rabbi, Jesus, proclaimed: "I am the truth."

22.  Although I feel more than a little foolish, I am actually experiencing a vague sense of rhythm as I slap the spoons up and down the vest.

23.  Although I have found advisers who have proved to be good and trustworthy, deep down I am convinced that they are far crazier than I am.

24.  As a feminist, I am saddened by Brown's self-destruction.

25.  As a former girl, and as a feminist and defender of girls, I am thrilled by Take Our Daughters to Work Day.

26.  As bad as I am with these things, I really fail miserably when it comes to cleaning stoves and rangetops.

27.  As a geneticist, I am disposed to believe that genes do many things.

28.  Despite the annoying jokes, I am proud.

29.  Despite good qualifications and good interviews, I am rarely offered a position.

30.  Despite my inclination toward procrastination, I am determined to send holiday cards this year.