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I am a mother of three, I love writing, crafts, scrapbooking, decorating, & working out. I am interested in health information and wellness, also autism, my son was diagnosed 2 years ago. I love writing, and also reading artcles written by others. I am going back to college in the fall to switch my major from nursing to nutrition. Someday I hope to become a nutritionist.
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Mothers on Welfare - Breaking the CycleUnderstanding- and empowerment-based programs are extremely important in fighting the cycle of welfare dependancy.
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Creative Ways to Reuse Your Kid's School PapersKids bring home lots of papers every day, and we can't save them all. Instead of throwing them away, first, see if it can be reused, and then recycle. Here are 15 creative ideas for reusing your kid's school papers. -
Getting a Job With a Criminal BackgroundGetting a decent job with a criminal background is tough, but don't give up. Here are some tips. -
How to Stretch Your Food StampsMake your food stamps last for the entire month by making smart choices. -
Starving Secrets with Tracey GoldStarving Secrets with Tracey Gold tells the stories of people suffering with eating disorders. Tracey offers hope, guidance, and treatment.
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Switched at Birth is Back for a Winter Season!ABC Family's hit show Switched at Birth is back for a second season.
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Aspergers Adults- Those Who Slipped Through the CracksSo many children are diagnosed with Aspergers syndrome today, it may be more common now, but it isn't new. Back then, they just slipped through the cracks.
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Relief for Nasal CongestionNasal irrigation, using a neti pot helps to relieve nasal congestion due to colds and sinus infections.
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How to Get a Body like a Victoria's Secret ModelHow do the Victoria's Secret Angels keep in shape?
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Should Obese Children Be Removed from the Home?Discusses the topic of dangerously obese children. What is the best way to help these children?
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Our America with Lisa Ling- Episode ReviewTonight, Lisa explored the lives of parents who are parenting their children in ways others might consider extreme.
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Healthy, Inexpensive Snacks for Your FamilyGives examples of healthy snacks for your family that are inexpensive, as well as other moneysaving advice pertaining to your grocery bill. -
Kardashian Boycott: Will it Really Work?Information and insight on the Kardashian Boycott, and petition.
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Dancing with the Stars Nov 15, 2011Dancing with the stars, the final three contenders this season... Who will win the mirrorball trophy?
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Secretly PregnantDiscovery Fit and Health's new show "Secretly Pregnant" features women who are hiding their pregnancies. This article explores some of the reasons a woman might hide a pregnancy.
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Our America with Lisa LingAbout the show "Our America with Lisa Ling".
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Bethenny Frankel- the Most Successful "real Housewife" Ever!Information about Bethenny Frankel, and how she achieved her success.
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Benefits of Music Therapy for Children on the Autism SpectrumExplains the benefits of music therapy for children on the autism spectrum.
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Famous Moms of FourFamous moms of four that balance career success and being a mom.
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Keeping Your Autistic Child Safe in and Outside the HomeDescribes why children with autism are more at risk for accidents or injuries, along with a some top home and outdoor safety concerns and prevention tips.
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Protecting My Child- a PoemA mother's poem.
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Becoming Successful Without a College EducationNot everyone with a college degree has a job in their field, a good paying job, or a job at all for that matter. Many graduates also have a lot of debt. There are ways to become successful without a college degree.
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Does Heidi Montag Still Have a Chance in Hollywood?Since "The Hills" ended, we have been seeing less and less of Heidi Montag. Are Heidi's long drawn out 15 minutes finially up, or does she still have a chance to become a bigger star?
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Switched at Birth Episode Recap- 6/20/11Catch up if you missed this episode.
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Switched at Birth- Info About the Show and It's StarsAbc family's "Switched at Birth" comes on Mondays at pm est. Here is some info about the show and its stars Katie Leclerc, Vanessa Marano, and Sean Berdy.
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Living Your Modern Life with a Green ConscienceOur lives are filled with innovations that make us more comfortable and convenient, the problem is these things are harming our environment. This article discusses some ways to live a greener lifestyle in this modern world.
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Ice Loves Coco- Some Background About CocoInformation about Coco, and E's new reality show "Ice loves Coco"
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Unsolicited AdviceA poem about recieving unsolicited advice from others
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The Teen Years: A Vital Time for Osteoporosis PreventionWhat teenagers and young adults can do now to prevent osteoporosis later in life, and why it may be too late later.
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Audrina Patridge and Family Star on VH1's "Audrina"Audrina Patridge, formerly of MTV's "The HIlls" now stars in her own reality show, co-starring her family.
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Adding Antioxidants to Your SaladFoods to add to your salad that are rich in antioxidants.
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The Many Benefits of Using Your Vehicle LessThere are many good reasons to use your vehicle less, here are some things to consider.
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Tooth Decay: A Major Issue for BulimicsBulimia erodes enamel, and leads to tooth decay and loss.
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Self Discovery8 thought provoking questions to ask to better understand yourself, your life, and what your next steps should be.
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What is it like to Not Know Who Your Father Is?Told by a 24 year old female who never knew who her father was.
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Is Anxiety Causing Your Physical SymptomsPhysical symptoms cause anxiety, anxiety causes physical symptoms. How do you tell if anxiety is causing your physical symptoms?
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Welfare Moms... Get a Job? - It's Not Always that SimpleSometimes I get sick of seeing articles about welfare written by people who refer to themselves as "the taxpayers" who think they have all the answers. Things are not always so black and white, this article explains why.
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Meatless Ways to Add Protein to Your SaladSalads are very nutritious, but even better for you if you add a little protein. If you don't want to add meat, consider adding a few of these things to your salad.
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The Local College- a Low Cost Way to Offer Your Autistic Child Extra HelpHere is how parents of autistic children can use the local college to their child's advantage, find help with tutoring, exposure to sports, music and art, and much more.
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D.D.S. Empowerment Auction @ Lebanon Expo Center - 4/9/2011D.D.S. of Lebanon county is having a benefit auction at the Lebanon Expo Center on Saturday April 9, 2011. Proceeds support the mission of D.D.S. which is to provide services to children and adults with disabilities in Lebanon County.
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Cute Pregnancy Announcement CardsCards can be a fun and creative way to announce your pregnancy. Here are some sites that have pregnancy announcement cards, along with prices and a quick review.
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LPN- Job DescriptionIf you are considering a career as an LPN, and are interested in working in long term care, this article is for you. This shows the top 5 responsibilities of an lpn working in long term care.
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Top Benefits of Shopping at Farmers MarketsFarmers markets offer fresh, ripe, locally grown produce. Shopping here is healthier, eco friendly, and supports your local community.
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Encouragement PoemIf you have obstacles, you usually have to work harder to get the same result. This is a poem of encouragement.
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Depression PoemThis is a poem about seasonal depression, and other difficulties I have been facing this winter, and how I view the spring as a new start for me.
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Raising a Child with AutismRaising a child with autism is challenging. As a parent, our job is to raise a safe, healthy, educated, well adjusted kid. For parents of children with autism, it can be a little more complex. Here are the things I worry about the most.
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5 Minute Cardio WorkoutThis workout is only 5 minutes total. It involves basic cardio exercises that everyone already knows how to do. Short spurts, and frequent changes make this workout fun and challenging. ready to work out?
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Teaching Young Kids on the Autism SpectrumFun, interesting ways to help your autistic child learn
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Is a Tracfone Right for You?Answer these questions to learn if Tracfone is right for you, plus tips to save money if you do decide to go with Tracfone.
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Giuliana Rancic's New Website- Fab, Fit, Fun!About Giuliana Rancic's lifestyle website- Fab, Fit, Fun!
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15 Interesting Things to Do with a Nursing Degreea list I compiled while researching nursing specialties and other career opprotunities in nursing.
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Exercise Ideas for Moms of Young KidsSeveral ideas to fit exercise into your day when you have a child to worry about too.
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Natural Ways to Prevent Stretch Marks in PregnancyAbout 75 to 90 percent of women get stretch marks during pregnancy. While it may not be completely within our control, there are things one can do during pregnancy to decrease the likelihood of developing unsightly stretch marks.
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Understanding PDD-NOS, an Autism Spectrum DisorderInformation about PDD-NOS, what is it, how the autism spectrum varies, along with a personal account.
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Absent FatherMy thoughts regarding fathers who are minimally involved with their children.
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Drinking Green Tea- Why it is so Great for Youdrinking a hot cup of tea is soothing, it can relieve stress, reduce risk for cancer, help your cardiovascular health and keep you looking young! Why wouldn't you drink it?
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Making Extra Income Cleaning HousesA guide to take you from planning it out, advertising, getting your first customer, and growing your business.
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Public Speaking AnxietyHere are some tips to get you comfortably through your presentation even if you suffer from high anxiety.
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Autism- Why Parents Miss the Early Signsmy personal story which describes the reasons why I (and many other parents) miss the early signs of autism.
