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7Crack Cocaine -- Affordable and Deadly
Crack Cocaine is deadly and inexpensive. It can ravage a neighborhood in months. Dealers target the young.
2Green Coffee Bean Extract -- What Does It Do?
Green Coffee Bean Extract aids in weight loss, inhibits fat absorption and increases metabolism.
10Why Catholics Pray Repetitive Prayers
Non-Catholics often spread their "truths" about the Catholic Church. But these "truths" are rarely true.
8The Dubious Roots of President Obama's Science Czar
Obama's Science Csar is putting a new name on an old evil -- compulsory sterilization and much more.
6How to Remove a Child's Stitches
When children -- boys especially -- are around age 2 or 3, they tend to be somewhat accident prone. This is a story about stitches.
14Sandbox Catholicism Series: Did Mary Have Other Children?
Did Jesus have brothers, or was Mary a perpetual virgin?
31The Mystery of Father John Corapi
Charismatic preacher teacher, Father John Corapi, is at the center of a mysterious controversy and scandal.
6The Ever Popular Pistachio
The versatile, yummy little pistachio seed is worth looking into. Check out some great recipes here.
5Making Soap for Gift Baskets
Ruby Grapefruit and Honeydew Soap is decorative and useful Making soap at home is fun and easy. I give you some ideas below, but you can invent your own combinatons with different scents, colors and ingredients. The cost of home-made soap is...
25The Sacred Heart of Jesus -- What It Means
Non-Catholics may look at a painting of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and think that it is primitive, strange and pagan-like. But nothing could be further from the truth. The Sacred Heart of Jesus is a beautiful image filled with Biblical truth and...
13The Scourge of Methamphetamine
It doesn't take long for meth to ravage the body and the mind. Methamphetamine use across America has been documented since the mid-1990s. Authorities knew that meth use was growing, but they were stunned when they saw how rapidly and how...
18Punctuation, Grammar and Writing
If you're going to write, you might as well make your writing easy to read. The difference between new writers and those who have slogged through the minutia of basic punctuation and grammar is the ease of reading that their writing delivers. Does...
4Making Sense of the Senseless
When something terrible happens, we try to make sense of it. But sometimes -- we just can't.
2Fashion Trends Summer 2012
Now that we're well into summer, let's take a look at what's walking the runway. Similar to what was popular in the spring, summer fashions are bold and beautifully patterned. Color blocks are still very much in fashion, with neon oranges,...
2What is an Amorphous Diamond?
An amorphous diamond is a simulated diamond that is created by a completely unique process. This stone is composed of millions of tiny diamond crystals that are bonded or aligned together. These carbon bonds are infused into a crystal that make the...
7What to Do in an Earthquake!
If you are at home and have safely anchored down hutches, put locks on cabinets and earthquake clay under your priceless figurines, you should simply stand in a doorway or get under a table and ride out the earthquake. If it is a rolling quake, you...
6Easy Recipes for New Brides
When I had my wedding shower back in 1981, my best friend's mother gave me this practical piece of matrimonial advice: She said, "When you get home from work in the evening, go directly to the kitchen. Pick out an onion from the pantry, peel off...
8The Scientology Connection
The Church of Scientology practices a belief system known by the same name. It was initially founded in 1953 by science fiction writer, L. Ron Hubbard. Itâs world headquarters are located in Southern California. Scientology, in its purest form,...
0How Will the Affordable Care Act Affect Alcohol and Drug Treatment?
The Affordable Care Act is Taking Addiction Treatment in a Better Direction.
3Feeling Inferior as a Consummate People Pleaser
Do you ever feel inferior to other people? I used to. I fall into that loathsome category of âpeople pleaser.â When I was in college to become an alcohol and drug counselor, I took an ethics class. In it, we were supposed to learn how to...
1Scriptural Evidence Against the Pre-Tribulation Rapture
The "Rapture" was first introduced in the United States by an Irish evangelist named John Darby. This was based upon his interpretation of several scriptures, including 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, Matthew 24:30-36 and 24:40-41, John 14:1-3, Acts 1:9-11,...
7Raj Patel -- End Time Prophecy?
I have recently returned to a Catholic Church that is more orthodox in its teachings of the Bible, the Catechism and church doctrine. It's not that I disliked my old parish -- In fact, I loved it for awhile. The music was uplifting and youthful, and...
10Top 5 Dogs that Don't Shed
No matter what breed of dog you decide on, invest in a couple of lint rollers and be done with it -- because all dogs shed. But there are plenty of breeds that only shed a little, and if you brush them regularly, you will rarely see dog hair...
1Those Yummy Latte Drinks -- A Comparison
Does anybody know how many calories and fat grams are in one of those caffe latte drinks at Starbucks, Coffee Bean or McDonalds? I have some news that may startle you: If you drink a cafe latte as a meal replacement, it won't hurt you at all....
0Precious Persian Kitties
The Persian cat is an exotic breed with its long, soft fur, flat face and round-tipped ears. The Persian cat has an expression like no other. Persian cats have stocky bodies that look enormous because of the thickness of their hair. At different...
5Weight Loss Help Over 50
You can lose weight if you are over 50. Follow these tips, and soon you'll see the pounds begin to drop off.
510 Recession-Proof Jobs
Right now, if you are in a dying career (can you say "postal worker?"), it's time to get cracking and find a career that is on its way up, instead of floundering around in a sinking profession. Yes, there are careers that are expected to expand...
10Those Amazing Levitating Saints!
Everyone knows that levitation is when a person defies the laws of gravity and rises into the air, seemingly, on his or her own power. Not everyone believes that this phenomenon is real! The earliest record of a levitating saint was that of St....
2The Crazy Cockapoo
Our Cockapoo, Benji, Loves Skippy Super-Chunk Peanut Butter! The Cockapoo is a "designer" dog or "hybrid." It is bred in two different combinations: A cocker spaniel with a poodle; and Multi-generation crosses. The first, of course is...
02012 Spring Fashion Trends
Cotton-Mix Fabrics Fashions the spring are all about color -- lots of tangerine orange and mango red. At the forefront, you will see apricot and lemon yellow fluffy gauzy fabrics accented with verdant, luscious lime greens. Many fashions this spring...
18Yorkie Facts
The Yorkshire Terrier is a cute, clever, adventurous toy breed. They were created through selective breeding during the 19th Century to be ratters and mousers in mines and textile mills. The first Yorkies were larger than today's small designer...
32How About an Instant Face Lift?
Now you don't need to have expensive face-lift surgery. There's a cheaper, painless alternative.
4The Perfect Poodle
Why poodles have gained a reputation for having no brains, I will never know. Poodles are smart! They also have an exceptional ability to learn and retain what they have been taught. Poodles are hypoallergenic and don't shed, which should make the...
10Rat Terrier Facts
The Rat Terrier is one of the smartest, most comical dogs today. Read all about them
5My Reflections of JFK
John Fitzgerald Kennedy 5/29/17 - 11/22/63 The bell had rung, and we were heading back to class after recess. I remember our principal, Mr. Burns, passing by and my friend, Robert Yocum saying, "Hey, Mr. Fires!" But before I was able to appreciate...
4How to Have Fun Inside on a Rainy Day
Rainy days can be a challenge for people stuck inside all day. Kids tend to get a little squirrely, and mothers go a little crazy trying to keep the kids from complaining about boredom. But with a little bit of thought and creativity, you can come...
9Gemstone Ruby Facts
The ruby is a beautiful, royal gemstone. Read about its range of colors and shapes.
8Why the Latin Mass?
Last night, on All Saints Day, a Holy Day of Obligation, I attended my first Latin mass -- well, since 1962, that is. What I experienced was wrapped in incense, Gregorian chanting, drops of water and mystery. I felt waves of nostalgia. As a child...
2Why the World is in Such a Mess
In September, 2011, the U.S. unemployment rate was 9.1 percent. In response to this, Federal Reserve Chairman, Ben S. Bernanke, announced that the unemployment rate has been at or above 9 percent since, April, 2009. He also stated that 45 percent of...
0All Saints Day -- November 1st
The Catholic Church has set aside one day to recognize all the saints throughout the history of Christianity. Though Catholics consider all Christians to be saints, Catholic Saints are Catholic Christians who exhibited heroic virtue during their...
4The Cluttered Closet
When you step into your walk-in closet, do you feel inundated with clothes that you no longer wear? Stress no more. It is possible to make your closet organized and tidy. All you need is a plan. Fact: Most people wear only 10 percent of the...
7How to Get Rid of a Ring in the Toilet Bowl
Even when your toilet is clean and disinfected, stains can still remain. Nevertheless, a ring in the toilet does not give a visitor a good impression. In addition to lime deposits, your toilet can become a breeding ground for black mold spores....
3The Anniversary of My Dad's Passing
Today is the twelfth year since my fatherâs passing. My husband remembered, first. My dad had a good life. He was born in 1929 to parents, Grace and Thomas. He grew up as a Catholic and was even an altar boy. My Grandma Grace had high...
3(Why I Love) Trash/Reality T.V.
Though I am imbarrassed to admit it, I am hooked on Trash T.V. I think that the polically-correct term is actually "Reality T.V.," but since it's just you and me here today, I'll be candid with you. We all know that $100,000 baby baptisms and...
3Down on Sensa
This is a continuation of my review on Sensa. I began the Sensa products and diet with high hopes. Initially I lost several pounds, but I think that this was because I was paying more attention to what and how much I was eating. I also joined...
20The Healing Catholic Prayer
I recently attended my first healing mass as a Catholic. I have only been a Catholic for two-and-a-half years, and I had no idea that the Catholic Church allowed this type of religious service. A friend had invited me because she said that the...
3Saint Tarcisius
Read this poem by Pope St. Damascus (366-383) that was written on the catacombs in Rome commemorating the martyrdom of St. Tarcisius: "When a wicked group of fanatics flung themselves on Tarcisius who was carrying the Eucharist, wanting to...
7Crazymakers in Your Life
Some friends build you up, celebrate your successes and mourn with you when you are sad. They are compassionate, caring and almost always an absolute joy to be with. And there are friends of another type. They have no peace, and their turbulence...
7Learning to Be Happy With Yourself
You can become happy with yourself. Learn to accept the past, move on and build a healthier, happier self-image.
3Dog Depression
Canine depression is common. Dogs can become depressed just as humans can. If you are a dog owner, think back to a time that you were under the weather, perhaps curled up on the couch with a pillow, blanket and hot water bottle. Did your dog crawl...
0Kids' Halloween Costumes for Under $15.00
Halloween doesn't have to be a dreaded season of expense and credit card purchases. It should, instead, be a time of fall excitement, creativity and, most of all, family fun and candy! But, for many familes -- especially those with multiple children...
3Artificial Fingernails -- A Tutorial
Here's an alternative to acrylic nails that is safe and far less expensive. Read more.
5Teens, Tattoos and Body Piercings
Risk-Taking Behavior is Common for Teens According to the Urban Youth Workers Institute, much of the literature detailing the risks of tattooing dates back to the early 1900s. Sadly, this is an indicator of societyâs level of concern for the...
0The Sleep Disorder and Dementia Connection
Sleep disorders have moved to the forefront of scientific study and are no longer being pushed aside as they have been in earlier times. This is because a connection has been discovered between sleep disorders and dementia. With so many Baby Boomers...
5Weeding Out Toxic Relationships
In the garden of life, there are some relationships that should be uprooted, shaken out, and tossed. These relationships can infiltrate every of area of your life if they are allowed to grow unchecked. Like creeping ivy, toxic relationships know no...
5Juicy Hamburgers by Adding Ice Cubes
Combine salt, pepper and garlic powder in a bowl. You can also add cumin, chili powder, salsa or any other seasonings you like to use. Work chopped onion or onion powder into the meat for added flavor. Now wrap hamburger meat around an ice cube and...
1Two Easy Slow-Cooker Crockpot Casseroles
Below I have listed two easy casserole recipes, Kielbasa Casserole and Green Bean Casserole. Both take less than 30 minutes to put together, and you can either make them the night before or in the morning, plug in the crockpot and let them cook. In...
0Plan Your Vegas Wedding
So you've just gotten engaged, and you are planning for the big day. You don't want a traditional wedding -- with all of the expense of invitations, a fancy wedding dress, photography, food, wedding djs, and the like. Big weddings are beautiful, but...
7Jenna's Easy Weight-Loss Diet
I never believed that I had what it took to lose weight by counting calories and fat grams. I have zero willpower, but with this diet, willpower doesn’t even come into play. I can have desserts, and I never get hungry. So go ahead and give it a try. You’ll feel better and like the new you! What have you got to lose?
2Stages of Recovery from Drugs and Alcohol
An addict doesnât just get off drugs and get better. He goes through a succession of stages in his recovery. It is necessary for him to complete each stage and move on to the next until he has completed all of them. Otherwise he will relapse. ...
