Even the sprawling Victorian metropolis of Manchester, one of the most culturally diverse cities in Europe, stood up to help and comfort the victims on that tragic night. Homeless men were seen holding massacred victims who had been caught in the explosion, and were wrapping their wounds in clean clothes, and comforting them as they […]

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The 2016-2017 school year has come to a close. For kids, this means no more waking up early, no more waiting at the bus stop and no more homework for the next three months. For parents, it means making plans for your children during the work week, planning summer vacations and taking a break from […]

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The summer weather is finally here. This means the cookouts, pool days and all other fun outdoor activities are beginning. During such activities it is of the utmost importance to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Here are some quick tips to stay safe while spending your summer outdoors. Stay covered: When spending time […]

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The second greatest invention right after the internet (honorable mention to ALL social media platforms) is online streaming. If you are like me, online streaming has become a way of life. Being a millennial, we tend to be called the “microwave generation”. We want everything immediately. Waiting an entire week to watch the next episode […]

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A few months ago, my husband found out that an old neighbor of his was diagnosed with cancer. He went to her home that day, cut her grass and told her he would continue do so for the remainder of the season.  He also donated food for a benefit the community had to help her […]

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This past week, I was able to get my first up-close look at how a trial works from start to finish. Prior to this past week, the closest I have ever been to a trial is through a textbook when looking at famous cases such as Plessy v. Ferguson or Miranda v. Arizona. When reading […]

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Why is it that when we plan vacation we forget to plan for the time that it takes to get ready to leave and the time we need to recover from the trip home? Trying to pack for vacation is unbelievable. Whether you fly or drive, you always need to ask yourself the following questions: […]

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Wikipedia defines my favorite summer dessert, THE S’MORE as: “A traditional nighttime campfire treat popular in the United States, consisting of a fire-roasted marshmallow and a layer of chocolate sandwiched between two pieces of graham cracker.” I remember, as a rookie s’more roaster, using the original marshmallow, chocolate bar and graham cracker.  Even though it […]

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For years it has been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Is this really the case? Is the saying a good marketing strategy to help breakfast brands sell their products? Or is it a way to convince youngsters to eat before heading off to school? While most agree that breakfast […]

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About four years ago, my 17-year-old daughter came home and told me she had volunteered me to participate in the mock car crash they were having at school. At the time, I figured I’d be applying makeup, making sure everyone was placed in the appropriate positions, helping with lines, etc.  This was no surprise to […]

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