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Impact of Excercise and Medical Care on early learning

Preschoolers need opportunities to exercise. To learn to control and coordinate the large muscles in his arms and legs, your child needs to throw and catch balls, run, jump, climb and dance to music.To learn to control and coordinate the small muscl...

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Reflections on the Peace Prayer of Saint Francis of Assisi

Book Review - Reflections on the Peace Prayer of Saint Francis of AssisiBy Albert HaaseReviewed by Lisa M. HendeyCertain inspirational sayings and prayers transcend denominational lines, becoming part of the fabric of faith and inspiration for masses...

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Brothers in Arms

Members of the World War II generation are known for being more than a little reticent about sharing their experiences. They were reared in an era when doing one’s duty – national, family or otherwise – was simply expected. "Make no complaints;...

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Boy Bashing

Sometimes I wonder what these fashion designers are thinking. I read an article in our local newspaper recently which left me in wonder. What happened to girl power? Teaching our daughters to respect themselves? Emphasizing self-esteem & sexual equal...

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SOME ADVICE ON CITRONELLA NO-BARK COLLARS

Dear Adam:I have a client who has just adopted a dog. The dog is adjusting to its new apt., but is barking a bit when the owner leaves. A friend of hers has lent a citronella collar for her to try.My question is: Is there any health concerns with us...

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Flea Control for Dogs

There are many different methods of flea control.If you have a dog, flea control is an important part of being a responsible owner. After all, no dog likes to have fleas, but often it happens anyway. For most dogs, an occasional flea dip, or a bath w...

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Successful Dating and Marriage 1

Chapter One“In a high-divorce society, not only are more unhappy marriages likely to end in divorce, but in addition, more marriages are likely to become unhappy." COUNCIL ON FAMILIES IN AMERICA. .................................................Wh...

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Five Easy Steps to Picking the Perfect Baby Name

One of the few decisions you'll make during pregnancy thatwill, in fact, last throughout your child's lifetime is thechoice of your baby's name. (Unlike, for example, yourchoice of stroller or whether to use Lamaze or hypnosis toease l...

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Tips For Finding Your Lost Dog

- The first thing to do when searching for a lost dog is to confirm that your dog is actually lost. Dogs, especially curious breeds, can easily find an interesting place in your backyard to investigate for quite some time. Often no amount of calling ...

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Make Your Own Professional Gift Baskets

Make Your Own Professional Gift Baskets by: Donna Hamer Ever given your family or friends a beautiful gift basket? Gift baskets are such a wonderful gift and can be given for any occasion. However, if you are like me you don’t have a clue wher...

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