Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. According to http://www.usmemorialday.org/backgrnd.html: There are many stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns laying claim to being the birthplace of Memorial Day. There is also evidence that organized women’s [...]
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May 30th, 2010What You Are Using to Cleanse Your Skin May Be Hurting You
May 5th, 2010Did you see the April 24th issue of www.mercola.com: “COSMETIC ALERT! Why You Should Dump These Cosmetics Today…”? The article states, “Although the US FDA claims it ‘does not have sufficient safety evidence to recommend changing consumer use of products that contain triclosan at this time,’ there’s actually no shortage of such evidence.” So even [...]
The Meaning of Valentine’s Day…
February 13th, 2010On this Valentine’s Day eve, I found myself wondering how the first Valentine’s Day came about? I Googled through various explanations and found this one at http://www.ethnic2020.com/MeaningofValentine.htm and thought I would share it with you… Beyond the roses, chocolates and historical ties to a pagan fertility festival, you’ll find the real meaning of Valentine’s Day. [...]
2010 – Let’s Begin!
January 1st, 2010Well, we did it! We rang in the New Year…but did we also ring in some not-so-good habits? Sitting here munching on my peanut brittle, I know I have. I went looking for a little “encouragement” to help get back on the healthy living path. Thought you might enjoy some of these tidbits as well. [...]
“A Vehicle for Your Transformation”
October 21st, 2009Today is my son’s 28th birthday. Today I reminisced with him about the day of his labor and delivery. He was “high and posterior” and would not descend into the birth canal. Even though I was having severe labor pains, they still started me on a pitocin drip. The only thing the pitocin drip did [...]
