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Saturday, December 13, 2008

Autism a factor in swallowing magnets

CINCINNATI, Dec. 12 (UPI) -- U.S. researchers said a child's medical or psychological status -- such as autism -- was a factor linked to swallowed magnets. "Not all children will be inclined to swallow magnets, but if a particular child displays tendencies to eat or swallow inappropriate objects,... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Dream The Impossible

My friend M is still struggling with the side effects of chemotherapy. Please pray for her. I am so thankful that my brother is living his dream of playing basketball for a living. God blesses us beyond what we imagine possible. With God, all things are possible! Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, November 30, 2008

Miracles

We had a terrific Thanksgiving. Today my sister shared a sonogram of the new baby with me. I am so excited about becoming an Aunt! The miracle, beauty and joy that is life never ceases to amaze me. God is full of wonderful blessings and surprises! Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, November 27, 2008

States Ask For Medicaid, SCHIP Help

WASHINGTON, Nov. 26 (UPI) -- U.S. states, facing dwindling resources, are asking the federal government for help to prevent cuts in Medicaid and children's health benefits, analysts say. Officials from such states as Utah, Nevada and California say that if federal help doesn't arrive soon, poor... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Customers Create Their Own Muppets

NEW YORK, Nov. 25 (UPI) -- New York's famous FAO Schwarz toy store says its new "Muppet Whatnot Workshop" is proving wildly popular. Established last month by The Muppets Studio and FAO Schwarz, the personalized toy line, which allows people to design their own Muppet creatures, has already... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, November 15, 2008

Traffic pollution hurts kids with asthma

CUERNAVACA, Mexico, Nov. 14 (UPI) -- Traffic pollution, especially in cities, adversely affects respiratory health in children with asthma, a team of researchers in Mexico said. Study leader Dr. Isabelle Romieu of the Institute Nacional de Sauld Publica correlated pollutants associated with... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, November 13, 2008

The Gift Of Literacy

I am so excited! I have been nominated for Literacy Volunteer of the Year in recognition of my work in Literacy Education. It is such a blessing just to be able to give back a portion of what God has given me. Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, November 9, 2008

1,400 search for Caylee in Florida

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 9 (UPI) -- Hundreds of volunteers from 28 states searched for missing Florida 2-year-old Caylee Anthony Saturday in Orlando, officials said. More than 1,400 searchers from as far away as Iowa and Puerto Rico combed through eastern Orange County, concentrating on the Orlando... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, November 8, 2008

Speaking Of Which

God gave you a voice for a reason. Don't be afraid to use it. Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, November 7, 2008

Skateboard, stick in Toy Hall of Fame

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 7 (UPI) -- The National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, N.Y., announced it has inducted the skateboard, the baby doll and one surprise plaything -- a stick. The National Toy Hall of Fame at the Strong National Museum of Play said the skateboard and baby doll beat out 10 rival... Sign in to see full entry.

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