Three ways to sidestep the "mall rat" mind-set
In a poll of 400 parents, almost half reported that their kids would rather shop at the mall than hike in the great outdoors–and nearly two-thirds said their children define self-worth by what they own.
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Very few people know how to party or celebrate well. Think about all of the parties you have attended in the past couple of years. What sticks out from them? If they were fun, why? If you would dread going to the parties again, why do you think that is? Can you remember elements of the parties that were unique, or did they all pretty much seem the same? I have been to a lot of parties in my life, although very few of them are memorable. I think one of the best ways to make a unique and truly fun party is to start with great party themes.
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Children less preoccupied with peer acceptance
MOST FOLKS who have never met a homeschooling family imagine that the kids are about as socially isolated (and as socially awkward) as Bobby Boucher, the Cajun “Momma’s boy’’ Adam Sandler portrays in the recent hit film, “The Waterboy.’’
Finding Clues in Occupational Records
Do you know what your ancestors did for a living? Researching ancestral jobs and occupations can teach you a great deal about the people who make up your family tree, and what life was like for them. An individual’s occupation may give insight into their social status or to their place of origin. Occupations can also be used to distinguish between two individuals of the same name. Certain skilled occupations or trades may have been passed down from father to son, providing indirect evidence of a family relationship. It’s even possible that your surname derives from the occupation of a distant ancestor.
Okay, fine then. Everyone wants peace. What did John Lennon say? "Give peace a chance…." What did Neville Chamberlain say, waving his little fragment of white paper that had sold out Czechoslovakia to Adolf Hitler? "I bring you peace in our time…." What does every beauty pageant contestant answer, when asked the big question? "World Peace."
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What sort of party do you want to throw? Are you going to celebrate a special occasion, such as a 20th anniversary, a wedding reception, a retirement, or do you just feel like getting together with some friends and family. Parties can be just a few people over for some drinks and good food to an elegant wedding reception at a five star resort. A friendly group of people, good food, a comfortable setting is all you need to throw a party.
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As Christopher James* lay in the emergency waiting room of the local hospital, doctors suspected spinal meningitis. But when the test came back negative, they realized it was instead a migraine headache - one so severe he required intravenous fluids because of his extreme dehydration. It was then that Christopher’s mom, Kim*, realized just how drastic his problems with school were.
Almost every genealogist or family history researcher struggles once in a while to make sense of an old document or record. Whether it is deciphering the fancy handwriting in a sixteenth century will, or understanding the meaning of obsolete terms in a census record or death certificate, old documents present a number of interesting challenges for genealogists.
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These foolproof strategies will wean your family from TV, leaving more time to enjoy life–and each other!
It started out innocently enough:
Nick Jr. in the morning and Sesame Street in the evening. But by the time my kids entered school, they were hooked. For at least 2 hours every day, and more on weekends, both boys–not to mention my husband–were glued to the TV. I hated how the minute one of them switched it on, our family switched off.
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Wound Care is a Key Part of Serious Injury Care
Serious injury care often involves the treatment and prevention of wounds, particularly for people who have suffered tissue and spinal cord injuries in workplace and auto accidents. There are many types of wounds – including burn, surgical, infectious and pressure – and home care staff play a key role in their care. Clients may also have health conditions, such as diabetes, that increase their risk of wounds.
The mere thought of planning a birthday party fit for a princess can cause parents to panic - but there’s no need to stress because with the proper theme, your little girl’s party can be a huge success.
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