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18th Birthday Gift Ideas for Your Princess

You may be wondering about how the time has rushed by and now your sweet princess is at the verge of adulthood. The 18th birthday is vital milestone in life of every young girl. She is now officially accomplishing her turbulent adolescence and keepin...

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Writing Your Family's History and Keeping Yours Alive

Research Began With a Relative My research and writing began when my mother, at 91, asked me to take on the project of writing her memoirs. I'd heard some of the stories of her younger life, but had forgotten many and never knew about others. I...

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Cut Cupid Some Slack!

Cut Cupid Some Slack! by: Stanley J. Leffew Valentine's Day! What a great idea to set aside a day for remembering those we love. It's even more than just remembering; it's romancing. But it is also a holiday that many dread. Be...

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Baby Shower Favor Ideas

Baby Shower Favor Ideas  by: Adriana Copaceanu With so many different aspects of a shower to plan, coming up with a baby shower favor idea is often the last consideration on a long list of planning. There are several unique, exciting and interes...

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Humming Birds Make Wonderful Pets

Humming Birds Make Wonderful Pets by: Mike YeagerHumming birds are wonderful birds that are smart, playful, and easy to take care. Many new bird owners are surprised by the intelligence that many birds show. They are also very playful. Make sure...

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Why Asking For Help Makes Military Wives Stronger

Why Asking For Help Makes Military Wives Stronger by: Sarah SmileyThere are two things I hate doing: the lawn and the trash. When counting down the days until homecoming, some women choose to track paydays, school days, or Mondays. Me? I always ...

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There's Never a Bad Time To Start Helping To Spread The Word of God

Q. What's the right age to start giving a Bible quiz to my child?A. The moment that she is able to recognize pictures or symbols. It's never too soon to start teaching a child about God, and a Bible quiz is an outstanding way to do it.When ...

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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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Divorce Reasons; What Constitutes A Viable Reason For Thinking About Or Wanting A Divorce

According to the Center for DiseaseControl's National Vital StatisticsReport of 2002, 50% of first marriagesended in divorce and 60% ofremarriages end in divorce. But, theCenter for Disease Control also foundthat 96% of Americans express aperso...

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Quick and Dirty Holiday Decorating

You're tired. You've worked hard all week. Suddenly, the kids shout gleefully... "let's decorate!"... in anticipation of the coming holiday. The "let's not" is miraculously not permitted to escape your lips. Instead you take a dee...

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