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A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 7)
Today, Dolly brought home new stuff from the neighbors like: cabinets, trinkets, and lots of Christmas stuff. Mandy washed the laundry and straightened up her half of the house, as she always does during the day. The kitchen was piled with boxes and Dolly’s room was piled up with boxes too, but Mandy tried to…
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Introducing Me
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A Glimpse into My Family’s Lives
We miss you papa and granny. This is my memorial to you and the generations of family that you both helped to create in your 49 years together. We love you! I hope you are dancing together in heaven. Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me. Thanks for reading and watching!
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A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 6)
Lately, Mandy has been made feel guilty, as if she has done everything wrong for the last five days due to her mother’s negative attitude toward her each day. Dolly has been bringing in more stuff or junk, but refuses to go through she already has piled up in kitchen and liven room. She has…
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Manic Monday April 21, 2014
Crystal And Laura discussing how to combat and deal with depression, as well as other stuff. Please listen and comment.
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Wings of Hope Project – September 2014 – Next Give Away
We successfully completed our Wings of Hope Project for March 27, 2014 give away, which consisted of 12 gift bags full of items that will be given to new patients at Shands Infusion Center for Women. We made up a nurses bag and threw some extra stuff in it, so the nurses can give them…
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Wings of Hope for March 2014
Yesterday, we gave away 12 bags for new patients at Shand’s Infusion Center For Women, plus we threw extras in the nurse’s bag. So, the nurse can make a few more bags. I am excited because we were able to bless so many patients. Come on and get involved for September’s give away. WE Need: small…
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A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 5)
“Here do you want this?” Dolly snidely asked. “What is it?” Mandy answered inquisitively. Mandy instantly knew that her mother was in a bad mood today, but she was surprised when she saw the little black box she was holding. She took the little black box that her mother had given her and she…
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A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 4)
This morning, when Mandy woke up, she found her mother passed out in her wheelchair with a large box of papers in front of her. She tried squeezing by Dolly without waking her up, but she was unable to make it around her wheelchair and the boxes that she has stacked up next to one…
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A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 3)
“Here do you want this?” Dolly snidely asked. “What is it?” Mandy answered inquisitively. Mandy instantly knew that her mother was in a bad mood today, but she was surprised when she saw the little black box she was holding. She took the little black box that her mother had given her and she…
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A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 2)
Dolly spent another day sorting through her boxes of stuff, but Mandy can’t tell whether there has been progress or not. Unfortunately, all Dolly has done is created a trail to everywhere that she needs need to go. Kyle has to move boxes, in order for Mandy to get in the dressing room or to get…
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A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding
“Living with a hoarder or someone who piles stuff in boxes, can affect your whole life and can be very overwhelming for someone with your physiological conditions.” Doctor Tater stated right before their counseling session was over “I know, but at this time I cannot move out or away from the home, because of my…
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Touched by Cancer Again
I want to tell you about my beloved Uncle Chris, who is the only uncle that I have ever known throughout my life. He helped take care of me and my twin brother Thomas, as we grew into young children. To me, he is and always will be my favorite person, to hang out…
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My Best Friend
Your doctor told me it won’t be long, Right now, I have got to be strong. Holding you close to my heart, Now, your new journey is about the start. Do you know what is happening to you? Are you ever sad, angry, or blue? How can you continue to tell your tale? Are you…
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Blanket of Hope Project Has Been Canceled
After careful thought and consideration, we have decided to cancel our yearly “Blankets of Hope Project”, due to lack of donations and volunteers. Thank you to all who have helped make this project a success for over five years now. Through this project, we have helped many patients and their families, whether at cancer clinic’s…
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Never Stop Loving Your Child
I was asked by a friend, “What I would do if my daughter had killed or neglected her child?”, while watching the Casey Anthony trial. Honestly, I could only say that I would not approve of what she did and I may be angry. However, I would love her unconditionally and try to get her…
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Oh No…My Mommy Has Cancer!
“Shh!” Molly whispered to her little brother Drake, who is four-years-old. “Don’t wake up Mommy! She just got home from the hospital.”Kevin reminded them. Molly stated “Mommy is sick and seems to sleep a lot lately.” “I know but your mother is very sick. Sleep helps her body to heal.” Kevin explained Molly…
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Learning to Laugh the Cancer Blues Away on a Private Support Community
Jacksonville, FL/Feb. 5, 2014: A private support community has been created to help families who have been touched by cancer in anyway. The networking site Laughatcancer.ning.com has been created to allow patients, survivors, and families to meet other families facing the same devastating diagnosis. However, with the new blossoming friendships and the social networking in this private support…
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Laugh at Cancer Support Community has Reopened on Ning!
We Are Back! I am trusting God and reopening the Laugh at Cancer Support Community at Ning.com, due to request from Facebook for a private community. The support community will have a new web address http://laughatcancer.ning.com and all are welcome to join us. Come join us is our mission to offer encouragement, laughter, inspiration, and…
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The Unknown Martyr: Viola Liuzzo
If you look in a history book, you will never find the name Viola Liuzzo as a martyr for civil rights. However, in 1965, she became an unknown martyr in the hearts of many civil rights activists. She was shot by self-proclaimed KKK members in Selma, Mississippi, during a civil rights march on March 25,…
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Night Dreams
You been gone for so long, but I always thought you were happy with your choice. So, I walked away to keep from being crushed every day, by the reminder that I will never be with you again. I lost my best friend and my lover, but you thought I was too young and too…
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Freelance Authors: Avoiding Scams
If you have to pay them to publish your creative works or to send you a book…it’s a scam! If you are a well developed writer, a publishing house will give you money and copies of your creative works. As a struggling freelance writer, you must beware of publishing scams that exist on the internet.…
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Get Over It and Move Forward
Sometimes you will find yourself in a situation that you don’t want to be in, however, you must face the situation and continue moving forward. The situation may concern having a horrible childhood, not getting a promotion at work, or a dispute with the new neighbor. Nevertheless, you must not dwell on things and are…
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The Rule Of Mystery Writing
As a new mystery author, you will find that there are certain rules that should be followed when writing your novel. Read other mystery novels, in order to familiarize yourself with the rules and see how other writers incorporate the rules. Each resource will word or list the rules differently, depending on what website or…
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Removing Negative Labels from Your Life
Sometimes during your life, you will hear negative labels that have been placed upon you by teachers and parents. Maybe your parents told you, you will never amount to nothing or teachers have told you that you are not smart enough to pass a grade. Unfortunately, we tend to believe what others say about us,…
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My Angel Abigail
I met my beloved puppy, who I named Abigail on my fourteenth birthday after her mother Brandie gave birth to her on my bedroom floor. She was a golden-red German Shepherd, Chow, and Akita mix puppy. She was so tiny that she fit in the palm of my hand, yet she was such a…
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Unconditional Love
Today will be peaceful with you by my side, Another perfect day since you became my guide. A constant peace which fills my heart each day, Your unconditional forgiveness leads my way. The passion you felt for me was shown by you, Do you still feel the nails when I sin against you? Your…
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Are You A Book Junkie?
As a book junkie, I enjoy listening to my favorite books at Audible.com. This is a great audio book website, which allows you to buy and manage audio books that you may find for a reasonable price. I have been a non-paid member for five years now and I was a paid member for a…
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Finding Discovery Park
One autumn day, after school my twin brother Thomas and I noticed that our family’s dog was not outside on his chain. Nooksack usually barks or howls at us, once we step off the school bus in the afternoon. He will continue barking; until he gets the attention that he is craving from us. I…
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Parents Stop Breaking Your Teenager’s Spirit
Parents stop berating and yelling at your teenager, because you are destroying your child’s self-esteem more harm. Don’t curse at your teenager, instead give the teenager respect and you will find that they will begin to respect you as well. Be clear in your communication when saying yes and no, this way you are not…
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Good Parenting Can Lead Teenagers to Make Positive Choices
As a mother of two teenagers, I have learned that you should never berate or speak down to your children or teenagers. Instead, I encouraged both of my teenagers to strive for anything they wanted to do. My daughter and my son lived with their father and step-mom for various reasons, one being that they…
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Blanket of Hope Project 2013
Blankets of Hope 2013 By Crystal S. Kauffman This Christmas, help me spread the joy of Christmas cheer to the patients in local nursing, which has many patients. Some patients have no family and would enjoy receiving the small gifts from someone. There are many ways you can help like you can donate signed Christmas cards,…
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Park City Baptist Church
I would like to introduce you to my church Park City Baptist Church. I started going to this church when I was young until I became an adult. I began attending another church near where I live, but it never really felt like home to me. Once in awhile, I would visit and I…
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Random Acts of Kindness….Pass it On!
About Picture This year, while gathering up Christmas presents for your family and friends. Try to grab a gift or two for a neighbor that you know has no family or a family that may be under privileged. These little random acts of kindness will bring joy to those, who may be lonely or feel sad…
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My Son is Moving!!!
My son DJ has been a constant jewel in my life, but he is about to set off on an adventure with his father and step-mother. I am sad but happy that he leaving to a whole new town. He will be far away from me and I will miss him so much, yet I know that his…
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Dragon
This is an amazing picture I found on the internet. I love this photo, because it reminds me of a novel I am working on. Hope you like it.
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Exciting Changes Are Coming to SweetAromas4U.com
Exciting new changes are coming to SweetAromas4U.com, which will entice the existing and new clients. We have an array of homemade, yet one-a-kind products that will captivate and tantalize your senses. Feel free to look around our website and check out the many different homemade products we make. SweetAromas4u.com is a…
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Come Fellowship With Us
Park City Baptist Church Pastor Bill Horne 7410 Park City Dr. Jacksonville, FL, 32244 904-993-4906 Come fellowship and study the Holy Bible with us on Sundays and Wednesdays. We look forward to meeting you and your family. We want to welcome you as…
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My Published Books
This is a picture of the 3 books that I have available to be purchase. I have a poetry book, children’s short stories, and I have a novella about a christian teenage girl overcoming school violence. Buy your copy today. http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/imogenrayne
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Spotlight on SweetAromas4U
Serena Gibson is an aroma-therapist and candle maker, who lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with her husband. She is a mother of two small sons, who support her creativity and they enjoy giving her new ideas to consider adding to her growing collection of products. She owns a Russian tortoise as a pet, which is a…
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Our Vacation Last Month
My husband and I after swimming in Lake Lindsey Grace in Screven, Ga. We had a wonderful time together and hanging out with my special friends from church. We spent time swimming together and my husband helped our friend fix stuff at her house. Additionally, we went out to eat and enjoyed the company of my…
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My Journey to Eating Healthier
Before you decide to eat healthier, you must be willing to change your eating habits for the rest of your life. I learned first to read the nutrition label on all foods, thanks to a special friend that has been helping me with tips and ideas. I spent years eating the wrong portion sizes and…
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Understanding Faith
As a Christian we are a child of God, but we have never seen him face to face. He wants me to build our faith and follow him with the innocent faith of a child. For example: most children believe in the Easter Bunny or Santa Claus, yet they have never seen them. That is…
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Cherish Perrywinkle: A Tragedy That Could Have Been Prevented
Jacksonville, FL.-June 22, 2013– An eight year-old girl named Cherish Lily Perrywinkle was kidnapped from a Wal-Mart on the northside of Jacksonville, FL. The child’s body was found on Saturday, June 22, 2013 near a church on Broward Rd. The suspect Donald James Smith, who is 56 year-old, befriended the child’s mother Rayne Perrywinkle at…
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A Little Glimpse into Jean Plyler’s Life
Jean E. Plyler of 8048 Park City Dr. in Jacksonville, FL, died on May 29, 2013. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. She was born on April 24, 1936 and she lived most of her life in Jacksonville, FL.She was preceded in death by her husband of…
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The Rules for Mystery Fiction Writing
As a new mystery author, you will find that there are certain rules, which you must follow when writing your novel. Read other mystery novels, in order to familiarize yourself with the rules and see how other writers incorporate the rules. Each resource will word or list the rules differently, depending on what website or…
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My Grandma’s Disguise…
I want to honor her with this poem today, Since, she loved me in her own special way. She didn’t receive an award for taking care of us, However, she never complained or made a fuss. Never did she get angry or begin to swear, Whenever, I need her, she was always there. Because, she…
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Nothing is Impossible with God
Many times we give up too fast and forget that God has given us a destiny to follow using our talents that he has given each of us. Unfortunately, we believe that the road to our dreams may be far off and impossible to obtain. Throughout life, we tend to forget that God can always…
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Father’s Day Gifts on a Budget
Buying gifts on any budget can be easier than you think, since there are thousands of presents you could choose from. However, Father’s Day is not about giving expensive gifts and going broke celebrating. In this economic downturn, many families won’t have extra money to spend on a gift for their father. So, here are…
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Finding Comfort through God
Sometimes we may feel alone in our daily walk through life, but we should not feel this way with Jesus in our heart. Thankfully, God will send the Holy Spirit to comfort us, whenever we may need to be comforted due to life’s troubles or trials. Our Heavenly Father gives us the fellowship with those,…
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Origins of Flag Day-June 14th
What is it? The Flag of the United States was first created in September 11, 1777, but the committee first discussed designing the flag in June 14, 1777. The Battle of Brandywine was the first battle where soldiers carried the new flag into a battle. According to the U.S. Dept. of Veteran Affairs (2009),…
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Forgiving Yourself and Others
Have you struggled with forgiving someone, who has hurt you or abused you? Do you find yourself thinking about it a lot lately? If so, this is normal to feel, whenever someone you trust has intentionally hurt you. However, you must find a way to give your hurt and pain to the Lord, for he…
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Fighting the Good Fight
In the daily trials that you face, you begin learning more about yourself and your desires. You learn how much you can handle, without God at your side. Soon, you will learn how to let him take control of your entire life. He has given freewill to choose and dream, like everyone else in the…
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Promises to Those Battling the Blues
Do you ever feel like you are alone, when you are in the midst of life’s storm? Do you ever wonder where God is, as the bricks of life start to crumble around you? It is natural to get angry or afraid, but you don’t have to let it consume your mind. Sometimes, it is…
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Allow God to Handle Your Burdens
As someone who has a lot of stress in my life, I have learned that sometimes I get overwhelmed by the stresses in my everyday life. I am learning to have faith in Jesus Christ and allow him to carry my burdens for me. Learning to manage stress or worry is difficult for some people,…
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Alzheimer’s, Memory and Emotions
By, David M. Gillespie (Guest Blogger) During 2009, 2010, I worked as an advocate for residents of long term care communities such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities. This experience brought me close to many people suffering from Alzheimer’s. Several years ago, my own father –in-law died from a similar disease. I learned first…
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Tips for Note Taking in College
As a student, I found an easy way to keep my notes separated for each different class. At the beginning of school, I bought about ten dollars worth of the spiral one subject notebooks. I found them at the local Wal-mart and they were about ten cents for each one. I used one spiral notebook…
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The Day Cancer Changed My Family’s Life
My wife Heather and I learned that life can change at any second when, on November 21, 2005, our lives tumbled into chaos as the doctor diagnosed Heather with life-threatening cancer – malignant pleural mesothelioma. It was the day that life crumbled and the day that I entered the role of caregiver – a role…
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Thank You to All
Thank you to all who prayed for me during my hospitalization and my pain that I endured for almost two weeks. I thought at first that I had torn my stomach lining and made my hernia bigger. Then, I thought I had the stomach flu, due to the symptoms I experienced. After visiting the emergency…
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Sweet Aromas4U is Now Offering Herbal Soaps
Sweet Aromas4U would like to offer customers a newly developed line of herbal soaps and aromatherapy for their individual ailments. The founder Serena Gibson has developed her own line of herbal soaps, in order to help her clients with their illnesses and ailments. She enjoys helping her clients feel better and achieve overall wellness from…
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The Greatest Man I Ever Knew…My Grandpa!
Without you, I am not sure where I would be, Grandpa, you are the reason that I became me. The guidance you have shown me through the years, Helped me chase my dreams and forget my fears. You never turned me away or told me good-bye, With you beside me, I gained the courage to…
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More Information about the Teenaged Baby Killers
Brunswick, GA- March 28, 2013– Teenaged killers Dominique Lang (15-year-old) and De’Marquise Elkins (17-year-old shooter), who killed a sleeping 13-month-old toddler after shooting and injuring the baby’s mother during a robbery attempt. According to CBS News (2013), there are questions about Sherry West, the injured mother and her ability to identify the suspect accurately or…
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Hate Crime, Murder, or Botched Robbery…You Decide?
Brunswick, GA. – March 26, 2013 – A 13-month-old toddler was shot in the face in robbery gone wrong, an act of hate, or cold blooded murder. According to the First Coast News (2013) the mother Sherry West, she was pushing the sleeping baby in a stroller near where she lived, which is usually a…
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More Than a Granddad
Isom Ray Plyler was born on October 28, 1938, to Isom Frank and Velma Plyler. His family lived a simple life in a little farming town, which is known as Pageland, South Carolina. All of his life, he was very close to his parents, his three older sisters, and his younger brother. His parents struggled…
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Learning all about Orcas
Did you know that the Killer Whale or Orca is the largest species of dolphin? They have 4 inch teeth unlike any other dolphin species, which you may have seen while reading a book or in a magazine. There a three groups of pods or herds that the orcas may live in and they eat…
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Should Cell Phone Use Be Banned While Driving?
Cell-phones are a convenience for most Americans; however, they have become a deadly distraction. Many states have initiated laws against using the cell-phone, while driving an automobile. Researchers have found that cell-phone users are becoming distracted and getting into deadly accidents. Most cell-phone companies are trying to accommodate the cell-phone user, in order to help them…
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Interesting Facts about Giant Pandas
A giant panda is an adorable black and white giant bear, which is widely recognized as an endangered species. According to San Diego Kids (2012), this species is related to the bear family, due to the way it behaves like any other type of bear species in the wild. These bears are generally found living…
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Tips for Choosing Your Own Writing Space
First, you will need the basics, like a desk or table, a comfortable chair, a decent reading lamp, and a computer with a word processing program. Make sure that you have enough space to work in, since you will be taking notes. Look for a cup to keep pencils and pens in, so you will…
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Ways to Save Money
As a person grows, money becomes an important part of their life. Without it, they will have a hard time making ends meets or paying bills. So, many families are looking for the best ways to save money in their household expenses. There are some easy ways for families to save money, which can help…
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Make a Career in Marketing or Advertising
Are you able to think outside of the imaginary box? If so, you may enjoy a career in advertising and marketing field. However, you must obtain a higher education, which includes a two-year and four-year degree. After graduation, you will have a choice between several types of advertising and marketing careers. Then, you can find…
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Do-It-Yourself Advertising Campaign
Are you trying to reach a certain audience or is your product multicultural? Does your audience have special needs or special desires? Will your audience understand your product or how to use it? The most important part of advertising; is finding the right audience for your product. Advertising can make your company successful and allow…
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The Value of Hiring a Copywriter for Your Business
Have you looked into the advantages of hiring experienced copywriters instead of trying to do-it-yourself? Did you know that they could save you money, while selling your product with their written words? If not, it is time to check out why a partnership with an educated and experienced copywriter would benefit your company in the future. Additionally, you…
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The Story of James Bulger: Britian’s Little Angel
Who is James Bugler? I had never heard about this little angel, until the other day when I was on Youtube.com where I found his horrific story. I cried when I heard about what happened to this little boy, who I never knew about until now. James Bulger was a typical two-year-old that is curious…
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Blankets Of Hope Project
Dear Friends, Its not to early to start collecting a donating blankets or small gifts, as well as Christmas cards. We will need 120 gifts for the nursing home patients that we have chosen to help this year. Please help us bring a little Christmas joy into the lives of patients who do not get…
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Wings of Hope Project
I am collecting about 20 packages of blank cards with ten cards in it. I will be writing “Thinking of You” inside the card. I will be visiting a local nursing home two times a year to give out the cards. Every year, the Laugh at cancer Support community staff and I will be picking…
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My Journey to a New Healthier Me
As a small child, I was a tall and skinny little girl with dreams of becoming a professional dancer or a famous children’s author. However, as I became a teenager, I began to slowly putting weight due to the big portions served at each meal. My entire family was considered to be obese and overweight,…
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How to Start Your Own Personal Prayer Journal
Four years ago, I founded an online support group for cancer patients and their families, which is named the Laugh at Cancer Support Community. Many times, I just listen to the members talk about their individual situation and we read the Bible together over the phone. However, I have had a few members asked me…
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