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    Why Should My Child Go To Camp?

    By Helene Abrams | Contributor Summer camp can be one of the most rewarding, unforgettable experiences in a child’s life. Camp provides children with a community of caring mentors who provide experiential education that leads to self-respect and appreciation for life. All of the outcomes—friendships, overcoming challenges, staying healthy, and… The post Why Should My […] More

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    Teen Dating

    By Grace Gillaspie Gray | Contributor Do you remember your first boyfriend or girlfriend? I do. His name was Bryan. He was a popular skater boy who had a lot of friends, and I was in the middle of a major identity crisis trying to figure out where I fit… The post Teen Dating appeared […] More

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    Raspberry Heart Tarts

    Ingredients: Plain flour, for dusting 1 pack of premade pie crust ¼ cup softened butter ¼ cup caster sugar 1 medium egg, beaten ½ cup ground almonds ¼ tsp vanilla extract 1 jar of seedless raspberry jam Instructions: Lightly dust a clean work surface with flour. Roll out the pastry… The post Raspberry Heart Tarts […] More

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    Bridging the Digital Generation Gap

    By Dr. Dean Beckloff | Contributor It’s quite typical and happens with each generation – “What’s this younger generation coming to!” I remember being the recipient of it when I was young, and I’ve continued to hear the complaint about the next generation through the years.  I believe we’ve all… The post Bridging the Digital […] More

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    Ube Crinkle Cookies

    Ingredients: 3/4 c sugar 1/4 c vegetable oil 1 egg 2 c ube jam 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 c flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt violet food color, optional 1/2 c powdered sugar, sifted Instructions: In a large bowl, cream together sugar and vegetable oil.  Add the egg and beat until […] More

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    Scott Downing Talks to the Houston Chronicle About Divorce Month’s Impact on Business

    Scott Downing spoke about the complications regarding national divorce month and its impact on business owners, especially in cases where the spouses seeking divorce are co-owners of the business at hand. “If you own a business with your spouse, it can be expressed in the paperwork as 50-50 owners of the company. There’s a lot […] More

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    Does Something Suddenly Feel Off In Your Marriage?

    By Jeff Anderson | Contributor Sometimes, people start a divorce by going to a lawyer, paying a retainer, and signing a contract to start with the divorce proceedings. Others may speak to an attorney and then go home to gather all the necessary documents to plan for the divorce. If you suspect that your spouse might be doing some planning, here are some signs to look for. […] More