One of the newly identified causes of mesothelioma is cosmetic talcum powder. One of the powders being identified most frequently is the “desert flower dusting powder,” which is a product manufactured by the Shulton Company.   A number of women throughout this country used this product when they were very young and have recently been diagnosed with mesothelioma. There have been…[...]

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Recently, I found out that June 8 is National Best Friends Day, the same day as my Great Aunt Nancy’s birthday. This year she would have turned 90. She passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016. This woman truly was my best friend. So, on her birthday this year, I will honor her memory by reminiscing on the countless great times…[...]

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In February 2015, while on a cruise to the Caribbean Islands, we made a stop in St. Maarten and decided we would all go to Maho Beach. The beaches of St. Maarten are some of the prettiest ones I have ever seen.  Maho Beach is located on the Dutch side of the island and also earns the distinction of being…[...]

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Since today, June 6, is National Drive-In Movie Day, I thought I would try to convince everyone why drive-ins should make a comeback. I have many happy childhood memories at the drive-in. My mom would make popcorn and get the old ice chest and fill it with Pepsi. All of us kids would collect our pillows and blankets to get…[...]

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We will be heading to the Outer Banks this year and renting a very big beach house on the 4X4 beach where the wild horses run free. I love to sit on the beach and watch the horses. They have signs up all over the place that read,  “Stay 50 feet away from horses.” and “Do not touch or feed…[...]

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Okay. I have tried to refrain from ranting, but this has become such a “pet peeve” of mine that I think it will do me good to get it out, especially since more of us are out on the roads right now enjoying the weather and our vacation time. It is all about the “YIELD” sign. You find these signs…[...]

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To those of you who have relatives and friends that have worked as electricians and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, they and you may be entitled to substantial recoveries. There recently was a case filed in St. Louis on behalf of a union electrician who worked for a number of different employers in the Wisconsin/Illinois, areas.  He worked for much…[...]

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As summer 2016 approaches and the weather improves, many find themselves wanting to go out more and have some fun! The only problem is not knowing exactly where to go or what to do. I personally love going to Pittsburgh. The distance from home (Wheeling) is not bad, and it really is like being in a whole new world. I’ve…[...]

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Memorial Day is known for barbecues, lakes, beaches and retail sales, but I personally think some people forget why we celebrate this long weekend. Memorial Day is to remember all of the men and women who have died while protecting and serving our country. A day to remember the fallen soldiers was established in 1868 by General John A. Logan.…[...]

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For those of you out there with old automobiles, and more importantly old tires, you should know that the old tires may become a problem. In fact, many people buy older model automobiles with newer tires, but old spare tires that have never been used.  The problem with an old spare tire is that some of the older tires become…[...]

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