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Binswanger’s Disease and Me

Here I am wanting to write about this disease I have in my brain , that I have just been diagnosed with not to long ago, and I am having a hard time finding the words to say. For so long now I was told over and over I had MS but was never given a definite  diagnoses for MS. I was always in denial about having MS cause the only test that came back... [Read more of this review]

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How to Have Beautiful Winter Lips

It’s one of the major pet peeves during the winter months. Nearly everyone’s lips are dry, chapped, and sore. There is a way to keep your lips beautiful in winter time. If your lips are chapped and sore during the winter, you may have noticed dead skin which is unsightly. Removing the skin gently is one trick to helping your lips begin to look better.... [Read more of this review]

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How to Care for Skin In Winter

It’s amazing how many people complain about the condition of their skin during the colder months of the year. The reason is there is less moisture in the air, both indoors and outdoors, during the winter. You don’t have to wonder about how to treat problem skin during the winter anymore; follow these steps and your skin will look great. To combat... [Read more of this review]

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Animal Cruelty Revealed at the Circus

I just received a very disturbing email from someone at PETA showing how baby elephants are trained for the Ringling Brother’s circus. Because I don’t believe everything I read, especially on the Internet, I went to PETA.org to see what this organization is about before deciding to share this story or not. PETA, People for the Ethical Treatment... [Read more of this review]

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Happy Breastfeeding

As a mom of 4 who breastfed all of my kids, I can honestly say that breastfeeding is one of the most enjoyable experiences. All four of my children latched on fairly easily with the exception of my 3rd son, who required more effort, but once he did, he didn’t let go for 13 months! However, I do know some moms whose babies didn’t latch on... [Read more of this review]

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Symptoms of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)

It’s not unusual for people to feel a little down at one point or another, but some are consistently depressed when the summer ends and shorter days begin. Is this depression due to circumstances or do they have SAD? Having the symptoms of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) explained will help determine if their problem is simply a down day or something... [Read more of this review]

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Blokus-A Review

A good friend of mine introduced me to the game “Blokus“. I love board games, especially puzzle and word games. Blokus definitely is a puzzle game. If you like puzzle games such as “Tetrus”, you’ll love Blokus! The object of the game is to use as many of the shape pieces as possible on the board. You can only connect your... [Read more of this review]

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Hospital Staff Does the “Pink Glove” for Breast Cancer Awareness

I saw this video in my Google Reader and thought it would be fun to share. Not only is it “fun” but it’s also for a great cause; breast cancer awareness. The staff of Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland Oregon put together this fun video to help increase breast cancer awareness. Enjoy and watch “The Pink Glove”. ... [Read more of this review]

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Just Joined The Fat Loss Quickie Experience

I just purchased The Fat Loss Quickie Experience from Scott Tousignant. Right off the bat I want to tell you that the program is worth far more than the $20 you pay for it. As soon as your purchase is complete, you have access to the first workout videos, the Fat Loss Quickie Club support forum, access to the Private Forum for members only, plus you... [Read more of this review]

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Vegetarian Holiday Appetizers

When you attend a holiday party most people are mingling and eating finger foods. If you are a vegetarian, the selection of treats may be slim to none. The next time you throw a party, serve some smashing meat-free appetizers that friends won’t be able to tell are vegetarian. If you have vegetarian friends, try to provide an even proportion of meat... [Read more of this review]

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Things to Consider When Raising your Child Vegetarian

There has been much debate over vegetarian eating in the past. As a vegetarian parent you probably want to raise your baby that way but you might have some questions. Here are a few things to consider when deciding to raise your child as a vegetarian. One of the first questions asked is often about protein. Will they be getting enough? When a diet includes... [Read more of this review]

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Vegetarian First Foods for Baby

You have chosen to raise your baby as a vegetarian. When they are old enough and wanting to ingest something other than milk, you’ll have a great variety of choices for foods that they can eat. Here are some ideas for baby’s first foods. Every parent is excited about giving their child a taste of more adult food. What will they eat first? What... [Read more of this review]

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10 Healthy Finger Foods for Baby

When baby is ready to have something other than milk, most parents are overjoyed. Their baby can now sit at the table and eat with everyone else. Here are ten ideas to get you started on the road to food self-sufficiency. There is no specific age at which you are supposed to start your baby on solid food. It is a choice that is made between you and... [Read more of this review]

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How to Prepare Homemade Baby Food Safely

What can be healthier than fixing baby’s food at home? If you are going that route, you’ll need to learn a few things about how to prepare baby food safely. Let’s start at the beginning and go from there. Fixing baby food at home has its benefits: * More nutritious * No preservatives * Access to the foods they want to eat readily * More economical There... [Read more of this review]

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How to Care for Baby’s Skin in the Winter

Your baby’s skin is sensitive. When the weather gets cooler you may notice a change. Here are some ideas for keeping baby’s skin protected during the winter months. A child’s skin is prone to many things. They can develop rashes, dry skin, itchy skin and other conditions, especially when the seasons change. They are too young to tell you what... [Read more of this review]

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