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texting while driving

August 25th, 2009 · No Comments

I saw this British public service announcement on the news.  Graphic images, but all teen drivers (and those who ride with teen drivers) need to watch this. 
And parents, be good role models and don’t text while driving.

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I’m not buying it Juicy Juice

August 15th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Juicy Juice now has juice varieties labeled “Brain Development” and “Immunity”.
Where is the research behind these labels? Is this an FDA approved statement? How are these claims substantiated?
Its all a marketing scam. Is Juicy Juice Immunity better than regular Juicy Juice? And at almost $4 for about 34 ounces of juice?
Nope. [...]

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are you planning a party?

August 6th, 2009 · No Comments

I’m not!  I receive an e-newsletter “Your Baby is __ Weeks Old.”  It lists what to expect and milestones and stuff like that.
I was a bit dismayed when a recent newsletter came in : Your Baby is 22 Weeks Old, Planning For His First Birthday
Who plans for a baby’s party THIRTY WEEKS in advance?!  That’s longer [...]

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