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Hi, My name is Kathleen Gadomski and I am a 42 year old stay at home mom to my 7y/o daughter,Hannah, and our 4 dogs....yes it isn't a typo...our 4 lovable mutts include Hershey(a 7y/0 Sheltie), Brewski(a 1 y/o Lab mix), Lola(a 2 y/o Maltese) and her brother

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Health & Fitness > General Health (Other) Back pain: Causes and treatment options: 1 of 18
Back pain affects nearly 80% of Americans and the most common form is Low Back Pain.Because you rely on your back for almost every move you make,it is vulnerable to injury.Back pain can even be disabling. It is one of the most common problems prompting a visit to your doctor and for missing work.In fact, it is the second high... More..
Health & Fitness > Asthma Learning your child has asthma: 1 of 13
Teaching Yourself and your child how to live with asthmaAs a mother of a child with asthma I understand how difficult it is to live with your child's illness. You don't like seeing your child have problems, but by educating them as well as yourself, you can help them to lead a normal life.If your child is diagnosed as an infa... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values How to program yourself for success: 6 of 29
Creating Success through Positive ThinkingI was listening to the religious channel and the preacher was talking about God. She basically said "What you see by faith, God will give it to you." I am a Catholic and I believe in God. I have faith, and believe that God will help me overcome many obstacles, but there are a lot of p... More..
Health & Fitness > Pediatrics How to take a baby's axillary temperature: 1 of 4
Although a rectal temperature is more accurate, taking an axillary temp is useful for babies or very young children. It is much simpler, but takes longer and is not as accurate. The degree of accuracy is dependent upon how well the parent follows the directions.To prepare for taking an axillary temp, you will need a good ther... More..
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts How to get back into the groove of crocheting: 2 of 7
March is National Crochet Month and it is time to set new goals for ourselves and take a look at why crochet is such a beloved craft. It is time to get back into the craft you love.Crochet offers many fulfilling ways to do something for yourself and others. It gives you gratification and pleasure in knowing that you made some... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Self-improvement: 10 of 31
I am sitting here reflecting on another passing year, I realize that 2008 has barely started. I think of the milestones that have passed and opportunities that will come. The New Year is barely in its infancy.I ponder the past year for a moment. It was difficult because of the challenges I faced, but it ended as a very reward... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: I am a perfect parent: 28 of 61
I am the perfect parentI just put my daughter on the bus to school. I grab a cup of tea and plan my day. Most days start in a frenzy as my 7 year old with the 16 year old attitude decides to try my patience for the millionth time. Why do I even bother talking, because I feel that I am talking to a wall. Most conversations are... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Knowledge: 7 of 15
I am sitting here with my daughter. We are watching her shows, because she is home from school. There is a snowstorm raging outside. It has been snowing since dawn,and there are more than 7 inches on the ground.She is mesmerized by the joyful cartoon playing on the TV screen, oblivious to what she is learning.Then my thoughts... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Image of self: 13 of 22
Self Image is a building block that affects all areas of our life from our emotions to how we deal with others. It is the core and identity of our being. How we perceive ourselves can be our greatest strength or our biggest weakness.This has made me think about my 7 year old daughter and another child who feel that they are n... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Fertility Issues Ectopic pregnancy: Painful experiences: 8 of 11
My husband and I wanted a baby. We knew the odds were not in our favor due to the fact that I had been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. We decided that we would try anyway.Our journey started with the trip to my gynecologist. After the usual examination and testing, I was placed on Clomid. I was so happy. We were o... More..