October 27, 2015 Skin and Body
Perhaps grandma knew best after all. When you came home with poison ivy, or broke out into painful, itching chickenpox blisters, she dragged out the familiar bottle of the pink stuff and daubed it on the problem areas. History Calamine…
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You met someone who likes science as much as you love it. You arrange a date and wonder where you should go. Here are some science date ideas. You are sure to love at least one of them. Look to…
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September 30, 2015 Crisis Support
When Someone You Love Loses a Child. Losing a child is probably the worst experience one can go through. It is a devastating, life-altering event. People who never experienced it seldom understand how horrible it is and how much strength…
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September 13, 2015 Friends and Peers
A true friendship grows over time. It lasts through life’s trials and tribulations. Friends are there for each other. The test comes with troubles and messy details. I have been very lucky in life to have several best friends. Helen…
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Tempers flare and words not easily taken back echo through the air. Arguments bring on stress, anger, and grief. Family arguments with a child, significant other, or another relative leave you damaged and shaken. Fights with good friends make you…
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“Liar, liar, pants on fire, can’t jump over the telephone wire.” I heard this often as a child whether I told the truth, or not. As a child I didn’t know who to trust, but over my lifetime many people…
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February 17, 2015 Communication
In these times of economic insecurity and “iffy” employment status, most salesmen are desperate to complete the sale. Their motto is “don’t let up until the no becomes a yes.” Therefore, you can’t blame them for being pushy and doing…
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The cool crisp days of autumn are upon us. It is cold when you get up, heats up during the day, and the temperature plunges as the sun sets. As you put away the shorts and bring out the jackets,…
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These days, senior citizens refuse to sit in the rocker with a shawl across their knees as many of their ancestors did. They want to do things, see things, and go places. As the immortal Robert Frost wrote, “I have…
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You have met a person you want to know better. You asked her/him out on a date and want to make a good impression. What mistakes should you avoid? Here are some dating mistakes to consider. Putting on airs The…
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March 30, 2014 Friends and Peers
Every office and workplace has them, annoying coworkers that everyone hates to see walk into their cubicle. They talk loudly and incessantly, waste your time, and leave with a parting rumor about the boss. Loud talkers tell you personal details…
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Winter comes ready or not. You might as well make the best of it when dating in those cold months. When the snow flies and the icy winds blow creating icicles dripping off your nose, try these fun date…
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Most people want to know more about their families, especially ancestors. The hunt is fascinating and leads you to places you never dreamed of going. Yourself A primary source of genealogy is yourself. Start with what you know, your own…
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