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Addie is a southern girl that lives on the coast of Alabama. She is a two time cancer survivor and enjoys art, travel and nature. She is an artist, master gardener and worked 12 years in the hospitality industry. In 2007 Hilton gave her the Spirit of Hampton Award of Excellance.
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Wear Comfortable Clothes After Breast Cancer and Still Look GoodSelect prosthesis, undergarments, clothes, shoes for comfort after treatment for breast cancer.
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Physical Fitness and Breast CancerMove as much as possible during cancer treatment for breast cancer. Start slow after treatment and increase movement until you regain your muscle tone.
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Traveling on Vacation with Breast CancerWhen you have breast cancer and plan ahead, It is possible to have a great vacation with fun, rest and relaxation.
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Living with Cancer Taking Control of Your LifeWhen I discovered I had cancer, I thought I would die. Then I discovered how to have a rich rewarding life with cancer.
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Surviving Cancer ChemotherapyWays to ease the fear of having chemotherapy.
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Surviving Cancer the TestsThe medical test done for a proper cancer diagnosis is necessary to get the right treatment.
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Surviving Breast Cancer: The BeginningA brief summary about symptoms and myths of cancer. What to look for if you think you may have cancer.
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Surviving CancerTips on how to live a good quality life, even during treatment, from a cancer survivor.
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Bellingrath Gardens Cascading MumsVisit Bellingrath Gardens in November for the annual cascade of mums in rich fall colors -
Vacation on the Gulf of MexicoFrom the Florida Keys to the Texas Mexico border The coast of the Gulf of Mexico spanx over 2000 miles and through many cultures and lots of history. whether you spend a day or weks exploring the coast, It'll be an experience of a lifetime. -
Retire to Mobile County in AlabamaSubtropical climate,friendly people, leisure living. What more can you ask for in retirement?
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How Drought Affect Trees in Southeastern United StatesIt hasn't rained all summer and your favorate tree has turn brown.Should you cut it down?
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High-End Recreational VehiclesLarge motor homes offer the comforts of home and resorts offer the good life.
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Indoor Flowering BulbsFlowers are natures way of bringing cheer. Grow bulbs in the winter to have a touch of spring.
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Bargain Prices for Property Along the Alabama CoastThe slow economy has sent prices plummeting for property on the coast.
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Oil from the Deepwater Horizon Lands on the Shores of AlabamaThe Mobile Bay estuary is a large nursery for both fresh water and salt water species. If the oil reaches this area the damage can be irreversible.
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Oil Booms to protect marshes from oil spill in Gulf of MexicoWorkers put out booms to help protect the wetlands and marsh along the upper Gulf of Mexico Coast. -
Fire Safety Around the House to Protect Your FamilyFires in the home can destroy and kill. With some practice you can help prevent a fire in your home. -
Disaster in the Gulf of Mexico. Deepwater Horizon Oil SpillWill the people of the gulf coast survive the oil spill? -
American Indian mound at Moundville, AlabamaHome of the Mississippian nation -
The Dauphin Island Estuarium at the sea labThe sea lab offers exhibits from the Mobile Delta, the bay and the Gulf of Mexico. -
Flower dresses from the Festival of Flowers in Mobile, ALabamaBeautiful display of creative talent -
Steaks to Cook on Gas GrillSteaks come in different cuts and price ranges. If done right on the gas grill even the cheapest of steaks can be a tender delight. Put some vegetables on the grill and invite a couple of friends over and it has the makings of an informal party. -
Mardi Gras in Mobile AlabamaThe celebration of Mardi Gras in Mobile Alabama. Parades, music and people celebrating. -
Central Park in New York CityAcres of trees, walkways and lakes for the citizens and visitors of New York to enjoy. -
Jellyfish on the beachJellyfish washed up on the beach. You can see the transparency of these sea creatures. -
Wild flowersYear around nature releases her wildflowers. There's no planning, no extra fertilizer, just random breathtaking beauty. -
Flowers from the LawnFlowers are a wonderful subject if you have a camera in hand. Never are two alike. They change from moment to moment. -
A Family Celebration of Mardi Gras in Mobile, AlabamaMardi Gras has a reputation of being a wild party but there are places you can take your family to enjoy this annual celebration. Mobile, Alabama is one of these places. -
Botanical Gardens at Picayune, MississippiThis is a wonderful place to get out and enjoy mother nature. It offers a mixture of piney woods and the water of a pond. It's truly a unique place to visit.
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Lemon TreeA bumper crop of lemons. Enough to use and to give to all my friend and neighbors
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Take a Historic Walk in Downtown Mobile, AlabamaMobile, Alabama is a city with more than three hundred years of history and this is reflected in the architect you find on the buildings downtown.
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TreesTrees are nature's way of keeping the air clean. Trees grow tall and straight or all bent over. They twist and turn adapting to the environment in which they live. Truly a beautiful piece of art.
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Gulf of Mexico at Dauphin Island, Alabama Ahead of Hurricane-Tropical Storm IdaTropical storm Ida was located about three hundred miles south of Dauphin Island when these pictures were taken, so you can imagine how the water reacts to a full blown hurricane.
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The city of Fairhope MuseumFairhope is a city in South Alabama overlooking Mobile Bay. Established in 1894 by people hoping for a "fair hope of success". Its unique shops are a shoppers delight. The Museum show some of the items use over the years in their day to day life.
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Black Pepper "King of the Spices"Learn the facts about this most popular spice.
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African American Heritage Trail, Mobile AlabamaThe African American Heritage Trail takes you on a journey back in time to show you the role African Americans played in history.
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Old Cemetery in Piney Woods of MississippiThis graveyard in local in the Piney woods of Mississippi has several Confederate soldiers graves.
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The Alabama Coastal Birding TrailWhether you're a birder or not, you'll still enjoy the trails and the unique ecosystems of the Alabama Coast.
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Halloween at the Museum of Mobile in Mobile, AlabamaBring your children and enjoy the characters of the Museum of Mobile
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Flowers of Mobile, AlabamaThis is the land of flowers. Plants grow big and quick in the fertile soil and temperate climate.
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The Ghost of a MonsterA white water spout about the size of a river monster came roaring out of the river. The machete fell and he let out a blood curling scream when he was pulled to the river into the mouths of the river gators.
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The Ugly Brown Tent and the Night of the SkunkWhat would you do if you had a smelly visitor in the middle of the night?
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For the Love of a HeroIt couldn't be a dream. It was so real. He was in her room calling her name.
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Go Online and Buy from a Local Car DealershipYou can save time and money by using local car dealers on line service to find just the right car. The dealership is still local. If you have any questions or problems they are there to help you.
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The NEAT Way to Burn CaloriesNon-exercise activity Thermogenesis is the activity a person does when they are not eating, sleeping or doing sports like exercise. Taking a shower, cooking a meal, doing the laundry, driving to work, cutting the grass are all done in the NEAT zone.
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Canoeing and Kayaking the Alabama-Tensaw DeltaAlabama-Tensaw Delta is rugged, mysterious, and a true adventure.
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An All Season Tour of Bellingrath Gardens Theodore, AlabamaIn the midst of the subtropical climate of South Alabama is a garden that will take your breath. Whether its January, April, June, or September the color and aroma of the journey is spectacular.