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My brother's nickname for me is Laurie and her seven stories. In his opinion, I am constantly recycling the stories of our youth and telling them to anyone willing to listen. In part, he is right, although I think his number is way off! Also he discounts,

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Taking "mommy time" without feeling guilty: 1 of 58

Motherhood is a more than a full-time job; it is a lifetime commitment. For moms in the midst of raising children, there is no drive-time, lunch hour, or weekend. Much like a doctor, mom's services are needed twenty four hours a day, seven days a week. To keep up with demand, moms must remember to take time out for themselve...
Politics, News & Issues > Pulitzer Center How concerned should Americans be about HIV/AIDS in the Caribbean?: 1 of 39

"You're going to the Caribbean!" the radio announcer shouts to the lucky caller on the other end of the line, who is audibly ecstatic. In the "vacation a day giveaway" that took place this past winter, on air, in Philadelphia, Pa; the coveted prize was a trip to the Caribbean. Local listeners were enticed by the prospect of ...
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: I am a perfect parent: 3 of 56

I am a perfect parent. How do I know, you ask? Easy. Whenever I go anywhere, people are always pointing and staring. Bystanders are so wowed by my parenting skills that they often stand before me with their mouths wide open in awe. Only once was a parent of my child's playmate able to put into words her admiration. She came ...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: The cheapest Christmas gift I ever received: 2 of 30

Allow me to preface this story by telling you that I do believe that wonderful gifts can be inexpensive. I am bargain shopper myself and love an absolute steal. Coupons crowd my purse, and rare is the day that I find myself purchasing something that is not "on sale". I love to purchase inexpensive gifts; but I never would bu...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Teens What you should know about teen depression: 2 of 29

Among young people ages 15 to 24, suicide is the third leading cause of death, according to the website about teen depression.com. This site, which provides statistical information about teenage depression also claims that one in five teenagers will suffer from some type of depression, with girls tending to be more likely to...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Potential parents: Lifestyle changes of parenthood: 2 of 27

As a naive nineteen year old who found herself pregnant, I made a promise that I would not let parenthood change my life. I could still be cool and fun and do all the things I did before the baby after it was born, I assured myself. Thirteen years later, I can not help but laugh at myself. Ignorance truly is bliss, which was...
Health & Fitness > Pediatrics Tips for treating colds in children: 1 of 13

How can you avoid being caught by your child's common cold? The truth is it is virtually impossible to emerge from the cold and flu season completely unscathed. As a mother of five who has seen more than one cold passed from child to child, making the season of sniffles seem endless, I highly recommend any and all preventati...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Developmental Stages What to expect during your child's two-month well-baby visit: 1 of 12

Congratulations! You've made it to the two month mark. By now, you are getting adjusted to life with your little one, and you have figured out that for the rest of the year visits to your pediatrician will be a part of you routine. The more you know about what to expect at each of your baby's well-visits, the better prepared...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Developmental Stages What to expect during your child's one-month well-baby visit: 1 of 10

The days of being an expectant parent do not end in the delivery room! In the marathon that is parenting, your baby's one-month well-baby visit is a tiny hurdle that can be easily cleared by the well-prepared parent. Knowing what to expect will help you prepare yourself and your baby for this, one, of many pediatric appointm...
Health & Fitness > Health Care A look at Wal-Mart's $4 prescription drug plan: 2 of 15

I admit that after seeing the ad for Wal-Mart's $4 prescription drug plan, I was compelled to fill my next prescription at Wal-Mart. When I approached the pharmacy desk, I expected to find a poster or large flier listing what prescriptions could be filled for $4. I found no such thing. On that particular day, I was filling a...