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11 Reasons Why Pope Francis is the Coolest Pope Ever

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Pope Francis is cool! In fact we believe he is the coolest Pope ever! The former Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina and the 266th pope, has captivated the world with his decidedly unorthodox approach to the Papacy. Since his appointment…
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For the Great American Smokeout, Our Best Tips to Take Control of Your Health!

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Every year, the third Thursday of November marks the Great American Smokeout, the American Cancer Society’s annual event to encourage smokers to quit. The health benefits of quitting smoking are almost immediate and a smoker can undo years…
Dream Pillows, Vision Boards & Motivational Scrapbooks Fun Ways to Set Goals With Your Kids-SliderPhoto

Dream Pillows, Vision Boards & Motivational Scrapbooks: Fun Ways to Set Goals With Your Kids

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Setting goals with my kids is fun! My 9-year old reminded me recently that we still had to do our New Year’s “revolutions.” I laughed when she made the pronunciation mistake, but then I thought maybe she had a point! So I checked the…
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Five Ways “The Voice” Can Teach Us to Pursue Our Dreams

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NBC’s “The Voice” is in its fifth season and more popular than ever, thanks to a dynamic, fast-moving format that strays from the typical talent-show/mentor mold. And like its predecessors American Idol, The X Factor and America’s…
Family Friendly winter activities

5 Family-Friendly Winter Activities

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Family-friendly winter activities are a life saver. In the winter, the temperatures drop and dark days really make hot chocolate and a movie quite tempting. This winter, I have committed to keep myself—and my family—healthy. Beyond some…
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Best Latin-Style Thanksgiving Tips!

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A Latin-Style Thanksgiving is possible, even when you choose a turkey as the main dish! The perfect roast turkey is tender, juicy and flavorful. From selecting the right bird to letting it rest, here are a few tips to achieve all of the above: •…
How to deal with your child's fear of Santa Claus

How to Deal With Your Kid's Fear of Santa Claus

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If your kid is afraid of Santa Claus, taking a picture of her on his lap won't be easy! I was at the mall doing some early Christmas shopping when I heard a child screaming at the top of his lungs. I thought maybe the boy was lost or…
When to tell your kid the truth about Santa?

How to Tell Your Child The Truth About Santa

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There will come a day when your kids find out the truth about Santa. So what's the best way to handle it? We asked Melissa Kester, director and founder of the Madison Marriage and Family Therapy P.C. in New York City. Here's her advice: Just…
Dangerous Foods you should avoid

The Most Dangerous Foods & Why You Should Avoid Them

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What are the most dangerous foods around? Whether it's on television, in the papers, or from other mothers at the playground, scary reports about food are on the rise. It can be hard to separate the truth from misinformation, scare tactic,…