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2009/05/25
When I was 8 yrs old, my mother was diagnosed with a brain tumor. She lived until I was 18, she was just 50. At that time, there was very little help for either of us. In fact, my mother suffered with headaches for at least 5 years before her diagnosis. They had told her it was her “nerves” and depression. She was sent away to sanitariums…I was too young to understand why. I can only imagine now, how frustrating and depressing it must have been for her. My mother probably knew it wasn’t her “nerves.”
As I grew up, I often thought about finding a way to help other children as myself, but I didn’t know how or where to turn to. Thankfully, Cancer Research has made great strides in early detection and treatment of the many forms of cancer. Even so, children need emotional help just the same.
Recently, I was introduced to a wonderful new book by a young author, Taylor Rice. The book is My Cancer Mommy. Taylor was only seven months old when her Mommy, DeAnna, was diagnosed with breast cancer for a second time. When she was seven years old, her Mommy was diagnosed with the BRCA cancer gene and was diagnosed with her third cancer.
“I didn’t know what cancer was but it scared me. I just wanted to help other kids whose mommies were sick,” said Taylor, about why she wrote My Cancer Mommy. Taylor is now 8 years old and lives in California with her parents.
In her book, My Cancer Mommy, Taylor shares what it is like for her having a mother who undergoes surgery and chemotherapy. Taylor has also included a Key Words section with definitions, a section to write down questions, and four pages for recording Special Memories. The book is colorfully illustrated by Russian children’s artist, Olga Matushkina, who generously donated her time and talent.
My Cancer Mommy is available in hard cover for a Suggested Retail Price of $24.95, including shipping and handling. Proceeds help support Moms with Cancer. To order My Cancer Mommy, go to www.mycancermommy.com, www.momswithcancer.org or Amazon.com. DeAnna is currently in negotiations with other leading online booksellers to carry My Cancer Mommy.
About Moms With Cancer:
Started by DeAnna Rice, Moms with Cancer is a 501c3 non-profit organization whose primary goal is addressing the special needs of Moms dealing with cancer treatments and recovery.
A cancer diagnosis can financially and emotionally devastate some families. The extra deductibles, co-pays, tests, and medications are very costly.
Moms with Cancer believes that any mom battling this disease deserves extra support and as such, there are no financial requirements to qualify for services. The only prerequisite is that the recipient must be living with at least one dependent child.
If you know of a child whose Mom has cancer, please let Taylor share her story. Order the book, My Cancer Mommy, and also help other Moms with Cancer.
Memorial Day marks the opening of the Jersey Shore summer season for many who enjoy visiting our beaches and attractions. Whether you travel or stay at home…no matter where you enjoy your summer…it is always a good thing to be aware of ways to ensure safety for our grandchildren, children, and ourselves.
Also, as motorists, we need to be mindful that children may be on their bikes, running after balls, and focused on what they are doing rather than on what we might be doing. Please be alert and be safe! Parents, please keep your kids out of the street! My son-in-law’s brother was killed crossing the street on a green light when he was 8 and his cousin was killed when he ran into the street after a ball…he was just 3. I remind my grandchildren regularly that I know they know the rules, but I don’t know if others do…so they have to be extra careful to stay safe…because we love them so very much.
Now, please read the following spring and summer safety tips below sent to me by Malcolm Denniss (AKA “Mr. Toy Safety”) Technical Director for SGS Consumer Safety Testing, to share with you all.
Spring Summer Safety Tips by Malcolm Denniss: Technical Director for SGS Consumer Testing Services
As the weather improves and children start playing outdoors more, some of the precautions that may be forgotten in the excitement for more sun should be reviewed and checked, for instance:
1) Protective gear is most important for kids out on their bikes, skate boards and other riding toys.
- Make sure they have helmets that fit correctly. As they grow make sure the straps are adjusted properly and the knee and elbow pads are fitted correctly. Remember there are different types of helmet for different activities – use the right one.
- Remind the kids to stay away from traffic areas such as roads parking lots and driveways. Particularly with young children, riding low slung ride-ons should be kept away from driveways as too many accidents happen when someone backs up a car and cannot see the child behind.
2) Swimming is a popular summer sport.
- It is important to make sure the pool is properly protected with fences and self-closing gates to ensure very young children cannot access the pool without close adult supervision…even a minute left alone can risk a toddler falling into the pool and drowning.
- Make sure your pool has the proper drain guards to prevent long hair being dragged into the drain pump and trapping the child under water.
- Finally make sure there are no toys like hard dive sticks that could be positioned in the pool such that a child jumping or diving into the pool could hit one.
3) Trampolines are fun for kids out in the yard.
- It is important that the tranpolines are stable and properly anchored. They are safer with mesh barriers around to prevent kids falling off and always make sure they are properly supervised.
4) The younger kids may want to get out into the sand box and rediscover the dump truck or spade and shovel from last year.
- Check them all out carefully and make sure that they have not deteriorated due to weathering. A rusty metal truck can not only have the potential for a nasty cut but could also lead to an infection as well.
5) Buying a new home playground or still using the old one…these are fun activities, but it is necessary to set up a new one or make sure the old one is still properly set up.
- Make sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully for initial set up and most importantly for periodical maintenance checks.
- The surface under the playground is most important as many injuries result from falls onto a hard surface.
Many of these safety considerations and more can be found on the US Consumer Product Safety Commission web site at http://www.cpsc.gov/nsn/child.html as well as information on recalled products and new requirements that have been enacted to safeguard children at play.
May you all have a very, happy and safe summer!
2009/05/20
Personalized grandparent gift suggestions for today’s first-time Grandma, Grandpa, Nana, Poppy…or long-time grandparents! Free personalization – customize your gifts to the Grandparents in your life with their special name for Father’s or Grandfather’s day, Mother’s or Grandmother’s Day, and Grandparents Day, too! Don’t forget Grandma’s or Grandpa’s birthday or anniversary! These can be given as baby shower gifts to first time grandparents…they’d be so excited! I know I was!! Take a look at the gifts below. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, more personalized gifts can be found at GiftsForYouNow.com .
Get personalized…give personalized Grandmother and Grandfather gifts from Gifts for You Now…
Lil’ Baseball Fans T-Shirt
Grandpa loves to watch his little baseball players learn amp; love his favorite game. Give your Grandpa a Personalized Baseball Fans T-shirt to show his continuous support for his grandchildren at the ball field or out at the mall. Also available in Ash Gray. Includes FREE Personalization – Personalize your Baseball T-Shirt with any title and up to 30 names.
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Lighting The Way Personalized Father’s Day Valet Box
Your father is an important part of your life and has always been there for you; why not honor him with this classic personalized Father’s Day keepsake. Personalize FREE your Lighthouse Valet Box with any title and any two line custom message. (i.e. Dad, Thanks for showing me the way, Love Kelly) Lighthouse Keepsake reads: A Father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but always a guiding light whose love shows us the way…
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Stars Photo Cube
Personalized Photo Cube for Grandpa or Dad Your grandkids are the stars of your life so display your favorite photos of them in our Personalized Stars Photo Cube. Our beautiful natural wood 4.5″ photo cube features 4 separate photo openings measuring 2.5″ x 2.5″. Unique engraved photo gift idea includes FREE Personalization. Personalize your Stars Photo Cube with any title like Grandpa, Grandma, Dad, Mom, Uncle Mike or Aunt Sally and up to 6 children’s names.
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Fishing Buddies
Personalized T-Shirt
Show Grandpa or Dad you’re “hooked” on him with our Personalized Fishing Buddies T-Shirt. Now Grandpa and Dad can proudly show off the whole family on an attractive and comfortable personalized T-Shirt in either ash or white Our personalized t-shirt is available on a premium white cotton/poly blend T-Shirt, machine washable in adult sizes S-3XL. Each Personalized Fishing T-shirt includes FREE Personalization. Personalize your Fishing Buddies T-shirt with up to 30 names and any title.
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Shining Stars Personalized Father’s Day T-Shirt
Custom Printed Shining Stars T-Shirt – Personalized Father’s Day T-Shirt for Dad or Grandpa. Father’s Day comes around just once a year so give your Shining Star his very own Personalized T-shirt. This Custom Printed Shining Star T-shirt lets Dad, Grandpa, Papa or Grandfather know he is a positive role model for his children. He is always there to guide them along life’s little journeys. Your Father’s Day shirt is available on our premium white cotton/poly blend Personalized T-Shirt, machine washable in adult sizes S-3XL. Father’s Day shirt is also available in Ash Gray. Shirt for dad includes FREE Personalization – Personalize your Shining Stars Father’s Day t-shirt with any title and up to 30 names.
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My Stars Personalized Hat
Personalized Little Stars Hat – Custom Printed Grandpa Hatnbsp;Let Grandpa, Dad, Grandfather, Papa or your favorite Uncle show off all of this precious little stars while enjoying the outdoors with a Personalize Stars Hat. A great personalized gift for the man on the go. Your Custom Printed Grandpa Hat is available on our premium white cotton/poly Hat with adjustable back strap for a one size fits all. Includes FREE Personalization Personalize your gift with any title and up to 6 names.
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Best We Ever Saw Personalized Coffee Mug
Best We Ever Saw Personalized Coffee Mug, a personalized gift for Grandpa or Dad, will be cherished forever. This Personalized Ceramic Coffee Mug for him is dishwasher safe and holds 11 oz. Includes FREE Personalization with any title: Grandpa, Dad, Papa or any special title. Make Father’s Day extra special with this Personalized Father’s Day Gift for Dad or Grandpa. Personalize your gift with any title and up to 30 Names. Also makes a great personalized gift for Uncle. Make the title Uncle Mike’s or any name and include the nieces and nephews for great personalized gifts for him. Makes a great gift for Dad on Father’s Day.
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First -Time Grandma New Baby Personalized Sweatshirt
A Personalized Gift for the New Grandma will be cherished forever. Your new First -Time… New Baby Personalized Sweatshirt is available on premium white cotton/poly blend Sweatshirt, also available in Pink, machine washable in adult sizes S-3XL. Includes FREE Personalization. Make Mother’s Day extra special with this Personalized Mother’s Day Gift for Grandma. Personalize your gift with title (i.e. Grandma), any new child’s name and grandchild’s birthdate. (i.e. Autumn/March 28, 2008)
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Personalized First-Time Grandma Mug
Grandma will enjoy her morning coffee with a warm, loving feeling in her heart when she drinks from her Personalized First-Time Grandma Coffee Mug. She will fondly remember the very first time she saw her most precious grandchild. This Personalized First-Time Grandma Coffee Mug is available on our Dishwasher safe Ceramic Coffee Mug and holds 11oz. Includes FREE Personalization – Personalize your First-Time Grandma Coffee Mug with any title, any child’s name (printed in heart) and birth date.
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Our Family Tree Personalized Canvas Tote Bag
Our Family Tree Personalized Canvas Tote Bag The best part of the family tree is all the love. Show off your family tree with our Personalized Tote Bag. Now Grandma, Mom, and even Auntie can proudly show off the whole family on an attractive and handy Tote Bag; Includes FREE Personalization Up to 12 names – Any Family Name. Our 100 Cotton blend Canvas Tote Bag measures 16″h x 14″w and is made especially strong to hold all your take along items.
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Pineapple Welcome Doormat
Personalize Grandparents’ front door doormat. The pineapple has been a universal symbol of hospitality and welcome for many centuries all over the world. Welcome your guests with our Pineapple Doormat measuring 18″ x 24″. Front door doormat is 20 oz Loop, Durgan Backed with Black Edges. Door mat includes FREE personalization – Personalize your Pineapple Doormat with any Family Name. Pineapple front door doormat is safe for outdoor door mat use.
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Reasons I Love Personalized Printed Frame
Personalized Picture Frame for Nana, Grandma, Grandpa, Poppy, Mom, Dad, Aunt or Uncle – Searching for the perfect personalized gift can be a real challenge. Fortunately we have the perfect personalized gift for your closest family and friends. This Personalized Picture Frame creates a wonderfully attractive picture frame to showcase your most precious photograph. Each Personalized Picture Frame measures 8″ x 10″ and holds a 3.5″ x 5″ or 4″ x 6″ photo. Easel back allows for desk display or ready for wall mount. This Personalized Picture Frame can be personalized with any title such Daddy, Mommy, Grandma, Papa, Poppy, or any someone special.
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All Our Hearts Personalized Photo Album
Personalized Grandma Photo Album – Engraved Grandma Brag Book. All our hearts belong to Grandma with our Personalized Grandma Photo Album. Fill this beautifully engraved brag book with 72 of your favorite photos. Your Grandma will enjoy hours of fond memories as she views each and every precious family photo. Grandpa would also love his own Personalized Grandpa Brag Book to enjoy while relaxing with a warm cup of coffee. Our Personalized Wood Photo Album measures 7 2/3″ x 8 3/4″ and holds 72 4″ x 6″ photos. Includes FREE Personalization Personalize your Grandma Photo Album with any title and up to 30 names.
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Proud Soldiers…Personalized Military Sweatshirt
Proud Soldiers…Personalized Military Sweatshirt Our Proud Soldiers…Personalized Military Sweatshirt is available on our premium white cotton/poly blend Personalized Sweatshirt, machine washable in adult sizes S-3XL and youth sizes S-XL. Also Available on Ash Gray. Includes FREE Personalization Personalize your Proud Soldiers…Personalized Sweatshirt with any title. (ex. Proud Soldier’s Cousin)
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My Groceries Personalized Canvas
Reusable Grocery Tote Bag
Personalized Shopping Tote Bag – Help America Go Green with our Personalized Grocery Bags. Mom, Grandma, Nana, Aunt will all love helping the environment will grocery shopping with their stylish Personalized Grocery Tote Bag. Our cotton/poly blend Canvas Reusable Tote Bag measuring 16″ h x 14″ w is made especially strong to hold your groceries. Use these personalized canvas bags instead of paper or plastic to help the planet. Personalized shopping bags include FREE personalization. Personalize your grocery shopping bags with any name. Quantity pricing available.
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I Became A… New Baby Girl Personalized Photo Tote Bag
Personalized New Grandma Photo Tote Bag – When your sweet little angel arrives be sure to take a cute digital photo so you can give Grandma the first Personalized Gift created by her new granddaughter (also available for new grandson). Our Personalized New Grandma Photo Tote Bag is available on our premium 100 cotton canvas; machine washable Tote Bag measuring 16″ h x 14″ w. Includes FREE Personalization Upload your favorite digital photo. Personalize your New Grandma Photo Tote Bag with any title and birth date.
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I Became A…New Baby Boy Personalized Photo Sweatshirt
Personalized New Grandma Photo Sweatshirt – Custom New Baby Boy Photo Shirt Your New Grandma will look stunning in her Personalized New Grandma Photo Sweatshirt starring her new grandson (also available for new granddaughter). She will feel warm and comfy inside and out while she wears her Personalized New Baby Boy Photo Shirt. Our Personalized New Grandma Photo Sweatshirt is available on our premium white cotton/poly blend Personalized Sweatshirt, machine washable in adult sizes S-3XL. Includes FREE Personalization Upload your favorite digital photo below. Personalize your New Grandma Photo Sweatshirt with any title and birth date.
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Huggables Personalized Printed Frame
Personalized Grandma Picture Frame – Custom Printed Mother’s Day Picture Frame Your Grandma will absolutely love this unique personalized picture frame from the grandchildren. Everyday she looks at this beautiful picture frame a warm heartfelt hug is given by the grandchildren. Our Personalized Picture Frame makes a great personalized gift for Grandma. Personalized Picture Frames measure 8″ x 10″ and hold a 3.5″ x 5″ or 4″ x 6″ photo. Easel back allows for desk display or ready for wall mount. Includes FREE personalization. Our Personalized Picture Frame can be personalized with any title such Grandma, Nana, Daddy, Mommy or something special.
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Huggables Personalized Checkbook Cover
Do you love being a Mom or a Grandma. Why not be remembered on this delightful and attractive checkbook cover includes FREE Personalization up to 15 names and Any Title. The new personalized checkbook cover is a high quality clear vinyl standard checkbook cover. Great for a favorite Aunt too!
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American Pride Personalized Hat
American Pride Personalized Hat – Our American Pride Hat is great for Summer Fun. Sport it at the next watching Fireworks on the 4th of July or while lounging around the house. Available on our premium white cotton/poly Hat with adjustable back strap for a one size fits all. Includes FREE Personalization. Make Father’s Day extra special with this Personalized Father’s Day Gift for Dad or Grandpa. Personalize your gift with any name. Also makes a great personalized gift for Uncle. Makes a great gift for Dad on Father’s Day.
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USA Pride Personalized Checkbook Cover
USA Pride Personalized Checkbook Cover You love being a Mom or a Grandpa From the USA. Why not be remembered on this delightful and attractive checkbook cover. Includes FREE Personalization Up to 15 names and Any Title. Your new personalized checkbook cover is a high quality, clear vinyl, standard checkbook cover. Great for your favorite American.
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USA American Pride Personalized Canvas Tote Bag
Personalized USA American Pride Canvas Tote Bag – Custom Printed Patriotic Tote Bagnbsp;Grandma or Mom will love displaying their pride for this great country with our Personalized Red, White amp; Blue Tote Bag. This ultra-strong, personalized tote bag makes the perfect traveling companion for the family going to the beach, park or mall. Your Custom Printed Patriotic Tote Bag is a premium 100 cotton canvas#44; machine washable Tote Bag measuring 16″h x 14″w. Includes FREE Personalization Personalized this American Pride Tote Bag with any title with up to 30 names below. Your Personalized American Pride Tote Bag can have any custom title: Grandpa, Mom, Papa, Aunt Betty or any special title.
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Mr. Fix-It Tools T-Shirt
Personalized Mr. Fix-It Tools T-Shirt – Custom Printed Handy Man Shirt Give your Dad, Grandpa, Uncle, or Brother a Personalized T-shirt they can be proud to wear – their very on Personalized Mr. Fix-It T-shirt. The Personalized Shirt for the man who can fix anything and has every tool. Your Custom Printed Handy Man Shirt is available on our premium white cotton/poly blend Personalized T-Shirt; machine washable in adult sizes S-3XL. Also available in Ash Gray. Includes FREE Personalization Personalize your Mr. Fix-It T-Shirt with any name.
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Mr. Fix-It Tools Coffee Mug
Personalized Mr. Fix-It Coffee Mug – Personalized Handy Man Mug I was always told ‘You need to have the right tools for the job.’ The first part of any good job is the right cup of coffee. Start your next project with your very own Personalized Mr. Fix-It Tools Coffee Mug. Our Personalized Handy Man Coffee Mug is Dishwasher safe and holds 11 oz. Mr. Fix-it is created with the tools of the trade. Includes FREE Personalization. Personalize your Mr. Fix-It Mug with any name.
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2009/05/17
The following Father’s Day poem is one of my favorite poems honoring both fathers and grandfathers (past, present, and future) around the world. We may have our differences and conflicts, but when all is put aside, this is something we all have in common…love and appreciation for our DADs. Make this Father’s Day a very special one for both Fathers and Grandfathers alike. If you don’t have a father or grandfather to honor, honor a gentleman that is a “father” figure in your or your child’s life…an uncle, a family friend…or visit a nursing home on Father’s Day and bring joy to those fathers and grandfathers who are without their children for one reason or another on Father’s Day.
What Makes A GrandDad
God took the strength of a mountain,
The majesty of a tree,
The warmth of a summer sun,
The calm of a quiet sea,
The generous soul of nature,
The comforting arm of night,
The wisdom of the ages,
The power of the eagle’s flight,
The joy of a morning in Spring,
The faith of a mustard seed,
The patience of eternity,
The depth of a family need,
Then God combined these qualities,
When there was nothing more to add,
He knew His masterpiece was complete,
And so, He called it … GrandDad
~ Author Unknown
Note: The original title for this Father’s Day poem was What Makes a Dad. In honor of granddads, I took the liberty of changing Dad to GrandDad.
I shared this Father’s Day poem with our grandchildren. They want to give it to Poppy, so they will change the title to What Makes a GrandPoppy for his Father’s Day. Their mom said she will print the poem, and frame it with an attractive mat framing the poem. On the mat, they will attach small sized photos of Poppy with his 3 children and 3 grandchildren. I know he will love this Father’s Day present!!
2009/05/15
With the life expectancy of the elderly increasing, the number of senior citizens unable to care for themselves, or families not being able to provide the essential care at home, nursing homes and assisted living facilities are rapidly popping up all over. Hospitals and doctors offices are seeing an increase of patients due to the new studies, infections, and diseases being discovered every day. Nursing is one of the most demanded positions in the 21st century. Nurses will always be needed.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
LPNs work in all areas of the healthcare field: nursing homes, sub acute rehabilitations, hospitals and doctor’s offices. In long and short term nursing facilities LPNs pass medications, evaluate residents upon admission. During routine follow-ups, LPNs determine the patient’s needs and develop care plans. They also oversee nurse’s aides. LPNs in a doctor’s office duties include making appointments, taking vital signs when a patient arrives for an appointment, being responsible for keeping medical records up to date, and additional office duties. Some LPNs work as visiting nurses for those families who chose to keep their family member at home but cannot provide necessary care that a trained medical professional can. They visit patients at their home to take vital signs and look for any changes that would need to be reported to a doctor. LPNs also teach family members how to administer medicines, prepare foods if there is a specialty diet required, and perform care on the patient when there is not a caregiver a the home.
Education for an LPN would include a one-year program with a state approved training program. This would include classroom study and clinical education from one of the thousand of nursing schools worldwide. After finishing the program, students would be required to pass a licensing exam known as the NCLEX-PN.
LPN Salary Ranges from $28,000 to $50,000 and are determined by factors such as setting, region, and experience. LPN salaries prior experience as a Certified Nurse’s Assistant (CNA) or patient care associate in a hospital and/or skilled nursing facility can increase the starting salary and provide experience in the field giving that extra foot in the door when when searching for an LPN position.
Job Outlook for LPNs is high as in all phases of nursing. Over the next ten years it is predicted that job opportunities will increase by at least 15%. The majority of these will be in home healthcare settings and skilled nursing facilities. Due to the growing elderly population and hospitals discharging patients before they can thrive at home, the population of people entering a skilled nursing facility, whether for short term or long term care, continues to grow. This requires the need for more licensed professionals to care for them.an
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