How Does Blood Clot?
Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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A look at the 80s Hip Hop Fashion
The Hip Hop Days of the 80’s. Wow! Were we way too cool! We had to “fight for our right to party”! We had to step it up “Funky Cold Medina” style, we had to “push it real good” to…
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Tips for a Long Lasting Marriage
February 6, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
I have been with my husband since high school. That was 12 years ago. We have spent our entire adult lives together thus far, married while still in college 9 of those 12 years. We were still very young and…
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Why you shouldn’t Waste your Time Comparing your Body to Celebrity Bodies
February 6, 2015 Skin and Body
As a rule, celebrities don’t lead the same kind of lives that ordinary people do, no matter how much they try to pretend they do. The reality is that they don’t have to work a traditional nine to five job…
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Family Values what Influences Family Ties
Strong family values is a stepping stone to a strong future. We are all raised with values of some sort,however; that does not always mean they are good ones! I do firmly believe that what our children are exposed to…
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Concepts of Marriage Proxy Marriage Common Law Marriage Separation Long Distance
February 6, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
To most people, the concept of marriage involves a couple who live together, do things together and share the bills, kids, car etc. If you ask children to draw a picture to go with the word “marriage”, you will invariably…
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A look at the 80s Hip Hop Fashion
I once heard a time-traveling cartoon character refer to the 80’s this way: “The entire decade was a fashion disaster.” He wasn’t far off considering the Pat Benatar-, Jane Fonda Workout influenced styles for women. Men faired little better. The…
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Senior Parents Lomeliness
Post retirement can be one of the loneliest points in a person’s life. Children have grown and started their own lives. They have careers and families, and may not be around all the time. The senior no longer has the…
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Getting your Family to Work together as a Team
I know there are many differing views on this. But I have one very pointed question for the differing views. Haven’t we suffered enough with splintered families and open marriages that produce the morality of young women flashing their nether…
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Is Real Beauty on the outside or the Inside – Inside
February 6, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
I admit it. When I meet someone for the first time, there is only one way to see that person: by the way he or she looks. I enjoy fashion and makeup, and if someone can’t match their clothes (like…
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At what Age are Kids Ready to Move out of the Home
Of all the things that are wrong in the world, the last thing I thought I would write about is parenting. I now have two grown children, they’re not out of their teens yet, but they are in every sense…
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Goodbye Blue Jeans hello Day Dresses
The days of Seven Jeans, Frankie B and Diesel are nearing an end. Of course there will always be room in your closet for a pair of tattered jeans to lounge around the house, but it’s time to say goodbye…
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Saving a Christian Marriage
February 6, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Christian marriages are more prone to destructive forces because both partners are aware of “sin” and as such could notice the partner’s “sinful ways” more often. They are supposed to be “Made in Heaven”, the truth, however, is that a…
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Should Belt less Pants Showing Boxers or a Whale Tail be Banned – No
It is amazing how freedom and rights are loudly demanded by and for some, while the same freedom and rights are not allowed to others. Hanging pants, or SAGGIN may have originated in the policy of jails and prisons of…
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When Family Fails to help with a Sick Parent
As people age, the need for assistance in daily living becomes evident as physical health erodes and mental faculties may digress. Many elders are fortunate enough to have family members who can help in some manner, and each contribution no…
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Assessing the Styles that are Coming Back from the 80s
Leggings, bell bottoms, and ripped jeans. Any of these sound familiar? If you answered yes, don’t be too surprised if your parents answer the same. It seems as if the growing trends today are repeats from the past. Tunic tops…
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Should Goths be Allowed to Wear what they want without being Judged – Yes
Of course they should! Everyone, no matter what religion, class or musical style they align themselves to, has the complete right to wear what they want, when they want. Being a “goth” is a lifestyle choice. Sure, we may not…
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1980s Fashion
1980’s fashion immediately conjures up the images of power dressing and Diana Princess of Wales. Everything was big in this decade; shoulders pads, hair, wedding dresses and spending! The economy was beginning to boom again after the recession which meant…
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Expensive Clothing Fabrics
One of the things that sets many designer clothing ranges apart from cheaper alternatives is quality fabric. Pucci dresses and separates are usually made from silk, Burberry knitwear is made from cashmere and numerous designers are currently using a wide…
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What Constitutes Real Beauty Marriage – Inside
February 6, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
I hope my female friends won’t quit on me after the next sentence because things will improve, I promise. Now here goes: Our husbands or partners who (hopefully) love us more than life itself, do too wish (in their very…
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Should Couples Live together before getting Married – Yes
February 6, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Would you buy a car without test driving it? Don’t laugh.. some people do. I think my grandfather has rolled over in his grave- a few times actually. I’ve lived with more than one man in my life and no…
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Should Couples Live together before getting Married – No
February 6, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
In our try before you buy society that we now live in, I suppose one should not be surprised that so many couples decide that they are going to live together before they get married, however, marriage is a serious…
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Why do Women Spend so much to look Beautiful
February 6, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
There is clearly a lot of money to be made for those involved in the beauty industry. From cosmetics to anti-ageing creams and now increasingly cosmetic surgery, women are prepared to pay for what they perceive to be perfection. It…
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Elderly Care Adjusting to Life in the Nursing Home
One of the most difficult decisions ever to be made in life is the one which results in a loved one being placed into a nursing home setting. Regardless of the circumstances and reasoning, there is an unstated thought process…
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How to Dress Classy
So you want to appear very much so classy and regal, something that many people of today should really follow! Well anyone can do it and more power to them if they decide to, since this world needs a little…
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What is Elder Abuse
What is elder abuse? Elderly abuse is more prevalent from nursing homes, children’s homes, relatives homes, assisted living homes, etc., than we would ever like to admit. If you have a relative living in one of these type living areas,…
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Beauty Tips for Men
February 6, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
After spending over a decade working in the beauty industry, the writer has discovered that men are every bit as self-conscious as women, and sometimes even more so. Unfortunately, if you are a man, you have very few places to turn for…
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Family Life Frugal Family Fun
A budget doesn’t have to keep you from having fun. There are many activities for the entire family that are cheap or free of charge. All you need is a bit of imagination, some resources and an eagerness to give…
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A look at Nellys Apple Bottoms Clothing Line
Who would have thought that a St. Louis male rapper would actually be able to create an alluring, fashionable, and renowned clothing line? Well, apparently Nelly did. Starting off with his Vokal clothing company, Nelly was no amateur when it…
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How to Cope with Guilt as a Caregiver to an Elderly Person
Any caregiver for an elderly person who tells you he/she has no guilt is probably lying. Guilt comes with the territory. If the elderly person is not taking the caregiver on a guilt trip, there are plenty of other “guilts”…
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A look at Nellys Apple Bottoms Clothing Line
Apple Bottom is a catchy delicious name for Nelly’s new clothing line. His Apple Bottom collection includes sizes to fit women small and large. He offers accessories, shoes and even scrub uniforms for those in the business of saving lives….
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