Carine Nadel
Carine Nadel. I have had recipes and small articles published in major magazines. Presently I am a featured health writer for the Orange County Register-my articles appear in the Healthy Alternative section of Life
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Riding Her Way Back to HealthMartha Elliott had a stroke following brain surgery at age 39-today at 79, she's an award winning equestrian.
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Have a Heart Healthy Valentine's DayWhy do people still think that the only gifts to give is flowers and candy??? with a bit of imagination, there is so much more to give!
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Foster Parenting Homeless PetsKellie Trimmer has a heart of gold-she foster parents homeless dogs who otherwise would have been put to death.
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Laura's House Teaches Teens that Abuse is Not OkayLaura's House knows about abuse-now they're expanding their knowledge past those that have suffered, they're teaching teens how to spot and abuser and what to do about it, before they're victims. -
Bad Economy: Rise in Domestic AbuseAll over the country domestic abuse is on the rise due to the stress of the economic downturn. -
Being "Neigh"borly at the Shea Therapeutic Riding CenterWanting to do volunteer work in their new hometown formed a lifelong love of helping others. -
OUCH MY ACHING FEETNot all feet are created equal
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How Massage Can Make Pregnancy EasierPre-natal massage, when done correctly, makes a mom-to-be feel as good as she should
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How to Rub Your Baby the Right WayInfant massage is a wonderful way to do more than be close to your baby -
To Feel Better-Try Healing TouchHealing Touch works so well that it is used in over 25 hospitals nationwide -
New Technique's in Corneal TransplantsEven though DSEK has been around for a while, it has only been recently perfected.
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Kidney Dialysis-there is a Better WayA new method of dialysis let's its patients dictate when to have the procedure done. -
New Wave Birth ControlAs long as you're positive about having permanent birth control-Essure is right for all women -
Hypnotherapy and TeensHypnotherapy may help a troubled teen better than traditional therapies.
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Whittle Your Waist with a Folding BikeFolding bikes can collapse and be put together in 30 seconds. -
Sexual Dysfunction in WomenUsually women will not discus a sexual problem with either their doctors or their partners
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New Breast Cancer Techniques Offer Speedy and Less Invasive ProceduresWhy spend months in radiation therapy, when less than a week will do?
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The Dakim Brain Fitness Program: Sometime's Memories FadeDan Michel has created a program to help those with dementia, Alzheimer's disease and other memory issues that's fun and entertaining. -
We Love Latkes, Yes We Do!Latkes have always meant Hanukah in my home-and it's a present I give to my family every year
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Southern Sweet Potato-Peach CasseroleSometimes we Southern CALIFORNIANS take the Thanksgiving favorites and give them our own down home twist. -
Roasted Butternut Squash and PearsI'm always looking for a favorite dish to put a spin on-this turned out to be one even my squash hating hubby liked. -
My Famous Mashed PotatoesSometimes a parent has to be sneaky-that's how this dish was created.
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Love Starts with Elle by Rachel HauckSet in a small town, rich in its religious beliefs, this love story is sweet. It's realistic and heartfelt. -
Baked Alaskan by William ScarboroughA thriller that keeps you at the edge of your seat from the beginning in Texas, to the rough and beautiful state of Alaska and even New York. -
13 Days by L. A. StarksA mystery thriller written about the oil industry by someone who has worked in the industry. Starks has created a detailed novel about what could very well be happening right now-scary to say the least. -
Girls Getaway Guide to Key West by Casey WohlA great little book with all the terrific hints you need to enjoy Key West. The best part-it doesn't just apply to a girls getaway. Couples and families will love all the knowledge and areas of interest compiled here.
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Brush with Death by Hailey LindEven though the authors of this mystery say this is for art lovers-anyone who's a fan of mysteries should enjoy this novel. -
How to Host a Great End of the Year Work PartyWhether your company has a big or little budget-you can have a great time celebrating the end of the year together.
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The Olive HorseshoeA historically fact filled mystery that keeps you interested in finding out more about Ben Small and all that his life entails.
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Torn Apart by Diony GeorgeA very honest protrait of what a young woman went through with a spouse who was addicted to pornography.
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13 Buttonholes by Joann C. OdenwelderOne young woman's journey through understanding herself.
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Chili Con Corpses by J. B. StanleyCooking and a murder mystery make this a fun novel. If you love Diane Mott Richardson-give this author a try -
Big Money by Jack GetzeA dime store murder mystery updated to the 21st century. -
A Well-Kept Family Secret by Marja McGrawA thoroughly entertaining murder mystery with a female private investigator that more than holds her own-no matter what the crowd -
Why I Left the Church...By Jean K. DouglasA frank and heartfelt book by a bi-racial woman and the treatment, both good and bad, that she received from the Catholic Church -
Consequences of Sin byAn Edwardian Mystery with a very modern lead character. The first of a series with Ursula Marlow as the heroine. She's young, a feminist, a college graduate and she speaks her mind-not exactly the usual woman for the time.
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Every Man Sees You Naked by David MatthewsWhy men say and do things has always been an enigma to women, here the author tries to simplify it.
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Watches of the Night by Sally WrightA mystery that teaches you something and keeps your interest with a main character that you can understand and care about.
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The Women's Daily Irony Supplement by Judy GruenIf someone would pay me to write a book-this is the kind I'd be proud to write! It takes a funny, loving look at marriage and family and makes you think at the same time. -
Sex, Lies and Cosmetic Surgery by Lois W. SternA very frank book that explains the good, bad and ugly of having a few minor/major things done to improve your outward appearance
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The Vision Quest by Deborah PrattA first is a series of Sci-Fi adventures as seen through the eyes of a young teenager and his quest to save the earth and become a man. -
Perfect by PC McCulloughThe story of a middle-aged woman's rebirth.
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Marrying a Man, Raising a HusbandThis book is a humorous view of marriage, men and how we women come to appreciate who our husbands are, not who we thought they wanted to be
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Skin Deep by Jamie CortlandFor those who love suspenseful romances-this is a keeper. -
The Mojo Coach by Debi SilberA training course for those women who are over worked, under paid and want it all to change-in other words, all moms.
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The Greatest Love by Loren SlocumThis is a beautiful coffee table book for not only moms, but grandmas, dads and granddads as well. It is as heartfelt as it is great to read and look at.
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Fourth of July DessertsThe Fourth of July is a very easy holiday to make some wonderfully healthy and delicious desserts for-my favorite way to eat!
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Rock Star Mommy by Judy DavidsWhat's a soccer mom to do when she decides to become a rock star? No small task for an over-40 PTA mom with no musical ability-but Judy Davids pulled it off and tells us how in this interesting book. -
Antiques to Die for by Jane K. ClelandThis mystery was so entertaining that I literally finished reading it on a plane that started at LAX and ended in Atlanta. It's fun and captivating.
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Staging Your Comeback by Christopher HopkinsThis is a great book for women who have the time and means to work at being all they can be. It is not for women who have both a limited time or budget. However, it has some good pointers for all of us "older" ladies
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How Not to Look Old by Charla KruppWhat self-respecting woman over 45 wouldn't want to find out how to look better? I found out some very interesting and easy self help tips that I began using right away. -
5 MEALS for $5 by Jaci RaeWhile Rae gives those who are in dire straits some very good pointers and ideas-the subtitle and recipes do not follow suit. -
Crazy Fool Kills Five by Gwen FreemanFifi Cutter is a funny, irreverant character who keeps company with some colorful friends and relatives who both help and hinder her investigations. -
A Legacy to Revel InImagine, strangers forming a bond so strong that it changed all their lives forever. It didn't take blood to form this family, but the legacy and business they built will last for generations to come.
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Trust Me by Brenda NovakWhat could be better than a good murder mystery with strong characters and a plot that keeps you thinking and guessing up until the end? For me, it would be for the publisher to send me the last two editions of the trilogy to read and finish reviewing.
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On the Road to NowhereI'd rather dance my way to fitness, but since my various ailments dictate to me what I can do, I have found other ways to stay in shape-both physically and mentally.
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Cataracts-One Young Woman's StoryCataracts is usually thought of as an "old persons" problem-but there I was facing it long before my 40th birthday
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Vegan Bean Cakes for EveryoneTrying to come up with vegan desserts that my two carnivores like isn't always easy, but it's not impossible. They love my "cheesecakes" and brownies. These bean cakes sound odd, but they are quite rich, nutritious and tasty.
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A Recipe to Make Weekend Breakfasts SpecialWeekend breakfasts should be special, especially when you have to go to work. To start off my husband and son's Sunday workday, I bake up a batch of these small, but delicious muffins.
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Prednisone Side Effects: My Ups and Downs Taking PrednisoneThrough my undiagnosed years as a person suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, I became the recipient of over 35 site injections of prednisone. Even now, when I am "under control", I still have times when I must take prednisone. It's been both a blessing and a curse.
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Fosamax Side Effects I've ExperiencedI take Fosamax -d. I didn't plan to take yet another medication. You see I have quite a daily regimen since I have rheumatoid arthritis and complex regional pain syndrome. But I broke my foot. Bad break, bad move.
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Cephalexin-Yes, There Are Side EffectsWhen you have an infection and your doctor prescribes an antibiotic, you may not be totally allergic, but it doesn't mean there won't be side effects
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The Girls Getaway Guide to Orlando by Casey WohlSometimes a girl needs time alone with her girlfriends. In the first in a series of how-to guides that address this issue, Casey Wohl makes even an "old married lady" want to go off with some friends for a few days.
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In the Shadow of the Glacier by Vicki DelaneyI love a good mystery and this one was a fun, enjoyable read on the Saturday afternoon I read it.
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Rum-Tum Chocolate Pound CakeThis pound cake has a special ingredient or two-don't tell!
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Mocha Oatmeal CookiesI think coffee and chocolate are a perfect duo. These are tasty, easy and I like to think that even though they taste decadent-they're also a bit healthier than most cookies.
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Who and What Are You?As a parent we wonder how our kids get to be who they are. Is it nature, nuture or both. It's been going on since the second generation.
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The Harrowing by Alexandra SokoloffReading a ghost story of this caliber somehow takes over your short term existence. Sokoloff has written a story that engages you from the very first page-a sure sign that a "good read" is in store for all those who open the book.
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YumMe MumMe Makeover by Peggy PorterAll women can use the advice that Peggy Porter shares in her book. When I first saw the title I thought "this is for young moms, not me-who has grown children and a couple of grandkids". But I was wrong, Ms. Porter has suggestions for all women.
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The Penguin Who Knew Too Much by Donna AndrewsThis was a funny, quick read. I've been looking around for more of the author's works since the publisher sent me this delightful mystery to review.
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Dear DylanIn a moment I went from sexy middle-aged woman to a doting grandmother-how did this happen? How did I ever live before he arrived?
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I Know Why the Maytag Repairman is LonelyAfter having to replace a 7 year old Neptune and top of the line dishwasher plus major parts of my Jennair-twice, the product is just not worth the roller coaster ride of will it or won't it work. Plus, the customer service stinks.
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Do You Coupon?What started out as a lesson to a young girl became a lifelong crusade for this woman. Even my children have taken up this unique hobby.
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Review: The Hash House a Go Go in Las VegasWe were tired of buffets an glitz, so we set off in need of a "regular" breakfast place-this one more than fit the bill.
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Review: Celebrity Chef Mario Batali Performing at the Venetian Hotel in Las VegasIt was with great anticipation that we made reservation at the celebrity chef's new restaurant in Las Vegas. Too bad we were let down.
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Defending the Caveman at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Las VegasEven if you've been married or with your partner for many years, this show explains why we do what we do in a very entertaining way.
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Review: Gordie Brown at the Venetian Hotel in Las VegasWatching Gordie Brown was a unique experience. It's not that he was that good or that bad-but the show wasn't all we were led to believe
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Johnny's Italian Steakhouse in Omaha, NebraskaNever having been in the mid-west or a meat-lover I was very pleased with everything about my experience at Johnny's!
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Review: The Hilton Garden Inn West in Omaha, NENot being familiar with the mid-west at all, the friendly staff, clean rooms and amenities made my stay in Omaha worth remembering for the future.
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Javier's Mexican Cantina in Irvine, CAWhen you have a wonderful experience at one restaurant of a certain name and another one from the same owner opens up, you expect the same experience. Unfortunately, with Javier's, it just didn't work out that way.
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Land of the GiantsBeing polar opposites on how to get a possible problem solved has made our marriage a match made in heaven.
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Decadent and Healthy Vegan DessertsWhile the thought of cheesecake brings many to their knees, it doesn't have to be due to the weight of their stomachs once a slice of these pies is digested.
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Flying the Friendly SkiesI love speaking on behalf of Vibrant Lives, an advocacy program for Enbrel. I help others who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, meet very interesting rheumatologists and their staff and travel!
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Relying on the Kindness of OthersI am an admitted technodweeb, but I was horrified at the news that my computer had crashed. Like Blanche DuBois, I had to rely on the kindness of others to get my work done, my friendships maintained and by business questioned answered. I may never recover.
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Where to Go for Thanksgiving Supper in Orange County, CANot all of us want to have "the family over for the holidays". Sometimes it's easier and more relaxing to let someone else do the cooking.
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Backcountry Betty- Roughing it in Style by Jennifer WorickMy first thought about reviewing a book on anything with "roughing it" in the title was "who, me???" But the author's writing was so user-friendly, even I thought it might be fun to have an over-nighter in the woods. Not in the near future, but it's now a thought
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Menopausal Sex: Things to Consider when You're Over 40Sometimes there are some "tricks to the trade" when it comes to sex over 40. It's not always a lack of the appropriate desire that sends us into a sort of hiding, but other things as well. Surprisingly, these things are not hormonal.
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Dressing Right MattersIt could be an a generational thing, but I've always felt that you need to dress to fit the occasion. That in no way means being uncomfortable, it just means to take a look at what you're wearing and where you're going in that outfit.
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Halloween in Orange County, CA - Are You Ready?Going trick or treating is traditional. But just because going door-to-door is de rigeour, doesn't mean that's all there is to do in Orange County, California.
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Do Dogs Belong Everywhere? NOI am a lifelong parent of dogs (and cats). However, like my two-legged children, there are just some places where they are no more comfortable being than I am putting them in the given situation.
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Safety First: The Internet is Becoming a Little Too Free-WheelingGoogle.com is a terrific search engine to find out details on all kinds of subjects, but I just do not think one of those subjects should be the fastest way to get to my front door-literally.
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The TruthI've noticed that gravity isn't the only thing that pulls us down as we get older. Aches, pains and the growing knowledge that we'll never be as perky as we were 20 years ago also can be a downer. Best to increase our sense of humor as quickly as we can.
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Watching TV: 101When did watching TV become so complicated? What used to be something to help you relax has turned into a feat of technical skills and planning that beats out a political campaign.
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MIstakes, I've Made a FewSomedays, you just do not do anything right. The best thing to do? Admit the mistake, clean up the mess, apologize and move on.
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Got Time for a Beer? Where to Get One in Orange County, CAWhile I myself am not fond if the aroma or taste, the men in my life are-so for this I asked them to tag along. For once, they were more than happy to oblige.
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Domestic ViolenceHere we are in the 1st century and yet domestic violence is still running rampant throughout every part of society. The question is-why?
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Orange County California: Great Places to Take Small-Town FolkMy parents had a very restrictive budget, yet my mom was always taking us to some great places. Luckily, for today's little ones, those same places are still around and just as fun. Take, for example, Orange County, California.
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Orange County's Family Friendly Beach Spots are A PlentyIn Orange County, the end of summer doesn't really come until well into the middle of Fall-try some of these spots to help cool you off.
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Through Dylan's EyesEven though I've raised over 100 children, including two of my very own, Dylan has a way of letting me see things as I've never done before.
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Couple Takes Hit from Mortgage Business in Orange County, CaliforniaWhen you are young, you feel you can do easily, what your parents couldn't-one young couple found out too late, it really isn't so.
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The Best BBQ and Rib Restaurants in Orange County, CANot all California cuisine comes from fruits and vegetables-we have some mighty fine BBQ spots to chow down in as well!
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Too Many Doctors!Being a baby boomer isn't easy. Too much of being middle-aged means hanging out with medical personel.
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Whatever! A Baby Boomer's Journey into Middle Age by Bev Mahone: Book ReviewThe author tells it like it is in a fun, yet honest way. What I loved most was I could relate to just about all of her personal journey in some way.
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Have a Great Date in Orange County, CA when on a BudgetSometimes life isn't a sitcom where a date without a job can still afford to go to high end restaurants and performances, but there are ways to still have a great time without breaking the bank!
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Psoriatic Arthritis - Two Diseases in OneWhile there are literally hundreds of forms of arthritis psoriatic not only feels bad, but damages ones looks and skin as well.
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Romance on a BudgetSometimes life throws us all kinds of curves-we need to know how to "catch" and "throw" them back to be successful. When finances become scarce, there are still ways to have a romantic date night or special occasion celebration-it just takes a little thought and planning.
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Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy SyndromeMy son-in-law said, when he saw me drop like a wet towel "There's a season-ending injury". How right he was, although I could have never imagined it might actually be for a life time!
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Our Days Our Filled with SunshineSunshine came into our lives when we felt lost. The fact that she was a rescue, seemed to fit. All of us needed some sunshine and a little rescuing.
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Who was Really the Lucky One?Even though our daughter was a baby, she had a memory that many adults would envy. Because of it, we added what was to be, one of the biggest loves of our lives to the family.
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A Baby for SunshineSometimes you don't realize your life is missing something-until it's dropped into your lap. With Pepper, that's literally what happened! Now we can't think of life without the little guy.
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HMO-Cancellation: Legal? Yes, but is it Ethical?Why is it when you need the financial break and the health care the most-HMO's give you the hardest time?
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Everything Old is New AgainWhen a young person accepts their first post-college job, sometimes they learn more about life and themselves than they ever could in any classroom.
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Try Downey's if You Have a Sweet Tooth in Orange County, CAChocolate is love-Downey's is brimming over in emotion
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Simple or ComplicatedSometimes hearing a question makes you think and decide that there can be more than one answer and one way of looking at the poser.
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Going Out with a Group in Orange County, California? Try One of These PlacesHaving mulitple age groups, food tastes and budgets make it hard to accommodate everyone-but these places sure do all they can to make everyone happy.
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Do You Love Sushi - Come to Orange County, CA for Some Tasty BitsWhether you love it or hate it-sushi is a healthy way to eat, especially with all the choices available in any of these mentioned venues.
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Need a Loaf of Bread in Orange County California? OC BakeriesNothing tastes or smells better than a fresh loaf of bread. It's not always easy to find one, but these places sure do try.
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Need Some Comforting? Try Out Some of These Orange County RestaurantsSometimes you need a little pampering and mom/dad are nowhere in sight-try one of these places for some comforting dishes
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Wine Bars in Orange County, CASometimes we all want to grab a drink after work, whether it be with co-workers, friends or loved ones-where better to enjoy and learn that at one of the county's cozy wine bars?
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Blasts from the PastI find it wonderful that you can connect the dots with your past and present and find a way to forge into the future.
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Bagels and Lox in Orange County, CA? It's Doablesometimes you get a craving-here's where you can go to scratch the itch
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On a Diet? Head to the Cheesecake Factory!Now even those of us who are forever counting calories can still go out with friends and family and indulge, without feeling the least bit guilty!
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Bambi Commits SuicideSometimes life throws you a curve-how you handle it, well, it's all up to your support system.
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North Orange County, CA is so Patriotic, They Start EarlyIn the North end of Orange County, they are so happy to see the nation's birthday come up, they start celebrating a day ahead!
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South Orange County, California, Loves to Celebrate Our Nation's BirthdaySouth Orange County's cities intermingle in many ways-especially when celebrating the 4th of July!
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It's July 4th in Central Orange County, CaliforniaHuntington Beach and the surrounding areas of this part of the county have some all day partying events. Come join the fun, safely!
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It's Free, but ExpensiveSometimes the cost of a free item is just too high.
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Fun Desserts for July 4th!I love dessert, but I'm also (by my family's description)a health nut-these end of the meal ideas are wonderful for not only July 4th, but all summer long!
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Sometimes July 4th Means Celebrating More Than Our Nation's BirthdayWhile I'm not much of a party giver, I am an excellent host-and I always make sure to get everyone involved.
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The Best Fireworks in South Orange County, CaliforniaSouth Orange County loves it's fireworks, so much so that all you have to do is chose a spot and look up!
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What Does a Web Board Host Do?With so many people making their social connections on the world wide web, I wondered: What do Board Hosts on magazine websites do?
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Bobby Flay's Bar Americain in Mid-Town Manhattan is DeliciousWe were two women trying to take a big bite of The Big Apple in 48 hours-could we do it? With the help of Bar Americain, we at least were able to end it on a delicious note.
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CongratulationsMy son may be the one graduating, but I'm not sure which one of us will be making the most changes in our lives.
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Touring New York City in 48 Hours? It Can be DoneMy daughter wanted a mother-daughter trip. She's adventurous and carefree. I'm forever worrying and watching my savings. Would this trip be a reconnection or a disaster?
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Costa Mesa Omelet Bar Knows How to Put Fun into BreakfastThe floor boards are uneven, the waitresses a little funky, but the food is both basic and tasty.
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Rise and Shine for Breakfast at Plum's Cafe in Costa Mesa, CaliforniaBrunch is a favorite meal for our entire family-this tiny little cafe, tucked inside a strip mall is truly one of best reasons to get together early on our days off.
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Winning is Nice, but the Recognition is BetterNot always do the biggest prizes come in checks or boxes.
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Dessert Anyone? Try Out Some of Orange County, CA's Sweetest TreatsEven a health nut has a need for something decadent now and then!
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Got Pasta in Mind-Give? South Orange County, CA has what you Crave!No matter how you feel when you enter one of these venues, you'll leave feeling satisfied, both physically and emotionally.
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Orange County, CA Has Many Mom & Pop Eateries, but Sometimes Bigger is BetterWhen it's date night, going to a small bistro is romantic! When you're a group of 12-you need to go to a restaurant that's used to serving to a crowd.
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Hungry for a Steak in Orange County, CA? Grab a Menu at One of These FavoritesWhile I love all things vegetable in nature with a side of fish or chicken, my spouse of 26 years loves his meat and potatoes-how to feed us both with the best? We decided and found several places that pleased us both.
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Places to Find a Corned Beef on Rye in Orange County, CAThere are days where all that sounds good is a bowl of matzo ball soup-and I don't want to be the one making it!
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Orange County, CA: A Vegetarian's Delight!I love my veggies, my husband is a carnivore-I had to find places to dine out that both of us would go to and feel comforted and full at the end of our meal. These were the results!
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How to Keep Romance Alive in a Long Term RelationshipSometimes the simplest things in a relationship mean the most.
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A Father's Day Letter to my DadBeing a writer doesn't mean you always have the correct words. Hopefully this article is written well enough to make the intended reader know how important he is.
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Lucille's BBQ in Lake Forest, California is Just Okay at This CorralLuckily for us, we were all in a party mood-otherwise the two hour plus wait may have ruined the evening.
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Roy's in Kauai, Hawaii May Serve Hawaiian Food, but at What Price?We looked forward to trying the famed chef's cuisine, especially as a last night vacation send off. Unfortunately, it was to be an evening not worth remembering.
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Homemade Birthday Party Recipes for the Totally ExhaustedEvery year at this time our kids turn another year older, problem is-so do I! The clan grows, so does the grocery bill and the work. Here's how I make a fun party while not exhausting myself.
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Age is All RelativeEvery family has a month where that's all they seem to do is sing Happy Birthday and eat cake. For our clan, May is that time of year.
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A Survivor of the 1976 Cal State Fullerton Massacre Reacts to the Virginia Tech ShootingsWith the tragedy of Virginia Tech so close, it's no wonder my experience at CSU, Fullerton came back to raise the hairs on my arms all over again.
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Shrimp Station in Waimea, Kauai Island in Hawaii - Small Place, Big FlavorHard to believe that a restaurant could stay in business staying open only 6 hours a day, but when you do things this right-that's all you need.
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Keoki's in Poipu Beach, Kauai-a Place the Hawaiian Locals Love to Enjoy!Keoki's looks like a typical after beach hangout, but it's up to you to decide the dress code for the evening!
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Homemade Salads to Dream AboutSalads aren't just for people watching their weight anymore! These are so good they epitomize the phrase "you won't know they're healthy".
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Restaurant Review: The Beach House on Poipu Beach in Kauai, HawaiiMaybe it was the combination of it being our anniversary, the sunset, the service and the food-but The Beach House was special, no matter what the reason.
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Review of Lappert's Ice Cream in Kauai, HawaiiHawaiian Shaved Ice is most widely known, but Lappert's really knows how to scoop an old favorite.
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Review of Pizzetta's Pizza in Kauai, HawaiiKauai is a beautiful island, but the food needs work.
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Homemade Biscotti RecipesBiscotti is a hard cookie to eat-but an easy one to make!
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Kauai, Hawaii: Land of Romance and BeautyAfter seven months of opposing days off, due to an injury, my husband and I needed to re-connect, in a big way. The inhabitants and other tourists of Kauai made this possible.
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In a Green Mood - Best Restaurants to get a Salad in Orange County, CaliforniaEating healthy doesn't have to be boring or tasteless, try a salad from one of these restaurants and you won't be missing a thing.
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The Best Restaurants to get a Burger While in Orange County, CaliforniaA really good burger doesn't necessarily have to be made of beef-unless that's the way you prefer it.
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Have a Hankering for French Fries in Orange County CA?People think I'm only interested in eating healthy-they're right, but even I want a really good fry now and then.
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Where to Take the Kids in Orange County, CA During Spring and Summer BreakKids can get into trouble if not kept busy-so keep them active by going to some of the area's fun spots. If their happy-you will be too!
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Why Early Diagnosis and Therapeutic Intervention is Needed for Rheumatoid ArthritisThanks to some remarkable treatments, people with RA can look forward to a future that doesn't include gnarled hands and pain.
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My Biggest SecretSometimes the biggest secret is-there is none!
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No Autographs Please!Being a minor celebrity for a day, is an experience everyone should at least get to try once.
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LOL!Sometimes a night out on the town can be just what the doctor ordered. That may be a cliche, but that doesn't mean it doesn't have merit!
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Hungry for Something Different? Try Happy Hour in Orange County, CaliforniaI've never been to a single Happy Hour that insisted that when I order a drink, that it had to be one with alcohol. In fact, a few didn't even care if all I wanted was tap water.
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Why Home Ventilation is NecessaryThanks to today's energy efficient homes, we need to remember that we also need to keep the air safe for us to breathe, not just inexpensive.
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Testing....Testing...As we get older, we need to take stock of how we "stack" up-a grading system might be just the ticket.
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My Biggest SecretI've gone as long as I can hiding this-now it's time to let the cat out of the bag.
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Moving MomMoving is a stressful task for anyone, but moving a difficult woman in her late 70's is daunting. Plus, the mover should be nominated for sainthood if the older person is on a fixed income and a packrat.
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Family Friendly Sunday Buffets in Orange County, CATrying to please age groups from toddlers to senior citizens is never an easy task-that's why we do family get-togethers are buffet style restaurants.
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It's Time for Dinner-Where to Take the Family in Orange County, CADinner with the family is a lost art-especially on evenings when you just don't want to cook. Here's where you can go to still get together with the family.
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Where to Go for Sunday Breakfast in Orange County, CaliforniaOrange County, California has many places to eat, but after a hard week, sometimes a buffet just doesn't seem to hit the spot.
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How to Make a Good Impression During a Job InterviewAlthough it may seem just a matter of using common sense, it's still a good idea to go over the basics and give them a little nudge.
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I've Been Rejected!As a writer you get used to rejection, it's part of the job desciption. Most of the notes are pre-printed and just the names are filled in-others are just plain funny!
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Top Ten Breakfast Places in Orange County, CaliforniaBreakfast is the most important meal of the day-it should also be one of the tastiest.
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How to Get Dinner on the Table when You're Too Tired to CookMy daughter and son-in-law had a baby recently. Like most new parents, by dinner time their too tired to cook. They came to me for advice.
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How to Find Good Day CareFinding good day care-whether it's for young children or senior citizens, doesn't have to be difficult, it just takes a little planning.
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LaFondue - A Dip Worth TakingEven for a person with a severe allergy toward dairy products-this restaurant makes sure you feel pampered
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How to Get Good Customer ServiceReceiving good customer service isn't difficult, it just takes some people skills
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A Loaf of Bread, a Jug of WineSometimes a rare opportunity allows us to remember why we restrained ourselves from certain pleasures to begin with.
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How to Shop in Orange County, CaliforniaSome times you want to shop and other times you just want to have some merchandising fun-in Orange County, you can do both!
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It's Sometimes the Little ThingsFor some finding something to wear is a national pastime, for me, it's akin to what others feel about getting a root canal.
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Senior Living Options in South Orange County, CaliforniaWhen a parent does not prepare for retirement, let alone inflation, finding a decent affordable place to live can be a tiring event.
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Life's Too Short for Bad CoffeeGrowing up with a mother who thought outside the box provided me with a rather sophisicated sense of taste for a small child.
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How Becoming a Grandparent Changed My LifeI've never thought of grandma as a title I'd relish, but one look at the little guy and I melted.
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How Getting Married Changed My LifeI believed I was born to take over Barbara Walters position, until I looked at my husband for the first time.
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How Exercise Helped Me Change My LifeFor some people of the "old school", resting out pain is not an option, but a lifestyle. I've always believed movement is the key to longevity.
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How Becoming a Parent Changed My LifeBeing a parent, if done correctly, is the world's hardest job-but it is also the most rewarding. This may sound trite, but whoever said it first, explained it best.
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Romance on the High Seas-Renewing Your Wedding VowsAfter 25 years of marital bliss, we decided it was time to renew/rekindle the original lust
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The Art of Positive ThinkingSometimes life may not be pleasant, but you certainly don't have to let it get you down.
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Orange County California's Top Ten Most Romantic Restaurants and Then SomeRomance is in the eye of the beholder-sometimes good views and food can help!
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My Baby's Having a Baby!Sometimes life throws you an "expected" curve. I knew I would become a grandmother, but I had no idea what I would feel as the moment became eminent
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2007 - time for Our Resolutions, or is It?Every year people make the same resolutions to begin the new year-why?
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Our Most Romantic Valentine's DayAs the saying goes "the best things in life are free", or at least pretty darn close with a romantic husband such as mine.
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I Confess-Tales of a Crossword FanaticSome people are hooked on horrible things such as drugs or alcohol, me, I'm addicted to doing challenger level crossword puzzles in ink!
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The Essential Arthritis CookbookKitchen Basics for People with Arthritis, Fibromyalgia and other Chronic Pain and Fatigue
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How to Go on a Cruise & Not Come Back with Excess BaggageGaining weight and cruising do not have to go hand in hand, it's a matter of listenin to your brain, not your eyes and stomach
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Las Vegas: Sin City for the Tame at HeartWhat can a family of non-drinkers/gamblers do in Las Vegas? Plenty, even though one was 8 months pregnant and one was barely able to walk!