GB Items Related to Tag - families
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Families Need Your HelpThe Mustard Seed Family received a generous financial donation from the Abram & Ray Kaplan Foundation in the amount of a $20,000 matching funds donation to help the Tropical Storm Fay flood victims and other families facing personal tragedy. We...
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Exceptional Dogs for Exceptional PeopleSome very special dogs are teamed up with some very special kids, bringing hope and love to entire families' lives.
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Make 'M Smile at Lake EolaEach year at Lake Eola there is a wonderful walk to support children with special needs. The event is held each year to support children with special needs, including cognitive, physical, behavioral and hidden disabilities and their families. This stroll...
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Honor Forgotten MomsToday I am going to start this blog out with a plea for some human compassion. Mothers Day 2009 This Sunday.......... Help me make it a wonderful day for those who have been forgotten and lonely. As you know from some of my blogs I work in a...
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Eldercare Issues: Beware of FREE referral, placement, and directory services: They are not really free!During these tough economic times, more and more stressed caregivers are gravitating to the web for help and guidance. With the plethora of "free" internet referral, placement, and on-line directory services for families in search of eldercare products...
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Creating financially stable Artificial (?) Families to adopt orphansBe careful where you take your vacation. You never know what (or who) you might come home...
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Life After 50 column on WMKVFM.org ON INTERNETWMKV 89.3 FM AND WMKVFM.ORG ON THE INTERNET “LIFE AFTER 50” COL FOR NOV.23-09 ON AIR -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HELLO AGAIN. THIS IS ALICE...
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David TabatskyFor cancer patients and their families, there's never been a "support group in a book." Until now. David Tabatsky's intensely personal story led him to put together stories of inspiration and motivation.
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Inland Caregiver Resource CenterMake A Donation At: http://www.inlandcaregivers.com/ Inland Caregiver Resource CenterCaring for an adult family member or friend who is frail, disabled or suffers from a brain impairment is often extremely challenging. Since 1985 Inland...
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Healthy Tradition for Labor DayI recall the Labor Day weekend when I was about 12. My family (Dad, Mom and sis) had gone to a barbeque at a friend’s house. They had 5 children and their house was always bustling with friends and family. It was a healthy, happy place to be. We...
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The NelsonsFormer teen idols Matthew and Gunnar Nelson come from one of the most famous show biz families in history.
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Ernestine ShepherdCan you believe that this woman is 73 years old? Find out how beginning to work out at the age of 56 changed her life forever.
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Julie JasonIs your money ready for the rest of your life? Financial whiz Julie Jason says she can help anyone at any income level learn to avoid common mistakes to make their investments last.
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The Importance of a Living WillHello, I'm Penny My husband and I have a wounderful ministry reaching out to others, But my heart goes out to the lonesome and forgotton ones and look to help the lonely. There is so much to say about our ministry, But right now I would like...
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Get Ready for the Most Famous First-Granny in HistoryForget politics. There will be plenty of time to discuss, debate and second-guess. For now, hats off to the first family-elect for already providing an invaluable positive image role model -- a loved, needed, and independent grandmother.When the Obama...
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Man on a MissionMr. Bill is on a very serious crusade; to improve the lives of families in need. His job at the Second Harvest Food Bank in Orlando, Florida, is often back-breaking work, but Mr. Bill does it all with a smile. Hear what keeps him going.
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Growing Bolder Remembers: Veterans Day 2009Every day and in every country, men and women put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Growing Bolder wants to say a sincere thank you to members of the military, their families, and the organizations that dedicate themselves to protecting freedom.
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The Spirit of ThanksgivingOf every holiday, perhaps the one we need most of all right now is Thanksgiving. When times are tough, it's good to take stock in all the things we have. Here's a sampling straight from the streets of New York.
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Reconnecting With Co-WorkersSometimes the people we work with everyday become like family. That is very understandable since...
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Elizabeth GregoryTick, tock. Tick, tock. According to author Elizabeth Gregory, women can stop looking at their watch because the trend of later motherhood has changed the time on the biological clock.
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Growing Bolder Receives Recognition in Industry AwardGrowing Bolder is proud to announce that it has been recognized in a prestigious national award, given to companies that show creative excellence for Web sites, Web advertising and Web video.
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Two Voices Separated by 1 GenerationSUGAR COOKIES AND LAVENDER SWEET PEAS I came home as a newborn cradled in her loving arms. As a preschooler I sat for hours in her lap listening to made up stories about mice who could sing, dance, and talk to each other in the woods. She made...
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Rita RudnerComedian Rita Rudner turned 50 and turned over a new leaf. At 54, she's written 5 books and has kept her marriage going for 20 years. So, what's her secret to happiness?
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"Whatever Happened to Summer Luvin'?Have you ever had one of those moments where somebody said something to you and it just didn’t process? I mean, you understood the sentence; it was correct in grammar and style…it made sense and, yet, it didn’t make sense either. You know, one of...
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Small business ownersI have just launched my company called "Fishbowl Cards". It is a gift and greeting card company that focuses on kids and adults with disabilities. There is nothing like this in the marketplace and until now has been completely ignored. I'm using my 30+...
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Aging in Place, My Alzheimer's After ThoughtsCONUNDRUM: Keep ‘em at home, Send ‘em to the “Home”, Play Dodge‘em and work around the...
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5 Questions With: Natalie Tucker MillerShe's an ageless sage, and she's reaching out to help people continue doing what they love as they get older. See what Natalie Tucker Miller tells Growing Bolder about following her passions and making a difference.
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O'Connor Goes Public With Private OrdealRetired Justice Sandra Day O'Connor spoke publicly for the first time Wednesday about her husband's Alzheimer's. O'Connor told senators that the disease takes a "staggering toll" on families and more research dollars and treatment options.
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David MillsAuthor David Mills is issuing a call to arms to the Boomers: it's time to rise up and make a difference in the world.
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It Wasn't Easy Being GreenEd Begley, Jr. started growing bolder when growing bolder was NOT cool. He learned as a young boy never to waste anything. He was a starving actor down on his luck in 1970 when he bought an electric car. He said it wasn't as much to help the environment...
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Paying It ForwardYou’ve heard of paying it forward? It’s the concept that if someone does something nice for you, you do something nice for someone else. Then that person will do something nice for another person, and so on, and so on. Instead of paying the...
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Up, up and Away
Another repeat of post on Seniors Online Supporters. By the way, I also write a blog about my...
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Living for Today
When I read that someone who is healthy, active, ambitious and inspirational has died – like an actress, or a sports star – I'm instantly saddened. And that was my initial reaction when I saw that Dave Freeman had died in a freak accident at his...
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How Does Your Garden Grow?It may not feel like it everywhere yet, but spring has officially sprung! So are you ready to get your hands dirty? Check out these stories and you too can cultivate your own green thumb!
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Sturgis' Last Stand?Cowboys & Indians Phyllis_Young-WARN_founder.jpg Washington, D.C. 19DEC2007 Lakota Sioux Indian Freedom Delegation Declare Sovereign Nation Status A press release issued today by the Lakota Freedom Delegation, made up of Russell Means,...
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Helping kids deal with Stress after StormsChildren and Storm Stress- Helping kids deal with the distress of natural disasters By Dwight Bain, Nationally Certified Counselor & Certified Life Coach Monster storms like Hurricanes, Tsunamis, Earthquakes, Tornadoes, Floods,...
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Sturgis' Last Stand?
Cowboys & Indians Phyllis_Young-WARN_founder.jpg Washington, D.C. 19DEC2007 Lakota Sioux Indian Freedom Delegation Declare Sovereign Nation Status A press release issued today by the Lakota Freedom Delegation, made up of Russell Means,...
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Sturgis' Last Stand?
Cowboys & Indians Phyllis_Young-WARN_founder.jpg Washington, D.C. 19DEC2007 Lakota Sioux Indian Freedom Delegation Declare Sovereign Nation Status A press release issued today by the Lakota Freedom Delegation, made up of Russell Means,...
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Orlando was pink
If you went anywhere today, the response to one radio station in Orlando, was awash in in pink....
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"THE MORE, THE SCARIER: Helping Your Children Adjust to a New Baby in the House"
I must confess that I absolutely adore children. No lie. Ever since I was a child myself, I have enjoyed holding little babies, playing with toddlers, and interacting with elementary age kids. Heck, I even love spending large amounts of time with...
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It's About Attitude and You Need to Get it
Hi. I'm Marc and I'm 56. That's right. You heard me. After reaching a certain age, an admission of age can become difficult. Over the last few years, discussions of my age have been greeted with, "Really? Wow, you don't act like it." Or, "Really?...
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Afterschool activities are the key to strong kids
Reaching kids in time- How powerful afterschool activities build young leaders By: C. Dwight Bain, Nationally Certified Counselor & Certified Life Coach There is a lot of talk these days about cutting back on budgets and eliminating...
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Yes, We Did.
Yes, we can. Yes, we did. Americans voted an African-American into the highest office in our country, and I have such an overwhelming sense of pride, passion and a renewed sense of hope. Let me be clear -- this is *not a blog to talk about...
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The Way We Get By"The Way We Get By" is making people all across America think about the way we treat our soldiers, our loved ones, and each other as we age. It's picking up awards and acclaim for its poignant and touching message.
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I Was a POW with John McCainIn 1972, decorated combat pilot and legendary aviator Joe Kittinger was shot down and imprisoned in the "Hanoi Hilton." The man in the next cell was John McCain. For the first time, Kittinger speaks out on camera about their experiences.
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Hug It Out!The Midlife Gals are huggers, no question about it. We give good handshake, but prefer hugs every time. We like to get into someone's sacred physical space with a gesture of humanity at every opportunity. And, truth be told, we like to tweak the...
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Tough Times increase Abuse in Relationships
Relationship Cancer Understanding the psychological dynamics of domestic violence By Dwight Bain, Nationally Certified Counselor & Certified Life Coach Her cries for help in the middle of the night startled us awake and when we turned...
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The Older You Get, The Healthier You've BeenDr. Thomas Perls is head of The New England Centenarian Study (NECS), the largest comprehensive study of centenarians in the world. The NECS believes that centenarians are a select group of people who have either markedly delayed or entirely escaped dis
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Is Etiquette Dead?On this week's Growing Bolder Radio Show, Marc and Bill interviewed the great-great-granddaughter of etiquette queen Emily Post. Anna Post is pretty hip and has a great new book about wedding etiquette. She's about 18 months too late for my own nuptials...
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Sir Edmund Hillary Dies at 88Sir Edmund Hillary, the New Zealander beekeeper who was the first person to reach the top of Mount Everest, has died. His brave act has inspired countless others to reach for the heights. We introduce you to three courageous climbers.
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Helping kids cope with Earthquake Stress
Helping Kids deal with Stress after Natural Disasters By Dwight Bain, Nationally Certified...
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5 Ways to Live to 100More experts believe any of us can reach the century mark. Find out how.
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Simple Secrets of LongevityWant to know what it takes to live to 100? Read an excerpt of a book that explores that very question.
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Tribute to a Father Long Gone
Ciji Ware didn't exactly have a normal upbringing, but she hasn't complained one bit. Her father, Harlan Ware was one of two main writers for the longest running non-interrupted serial drama in radio history, "One Man's Family." Harlan died exactly 40...
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When Roger Kaputnik used to visitOn my blog, I have been writing columns about the Casey/Caylee Anthony story for a little over a year now. Over time, the natives have gotten restless all around the Internet. Explosive arguments and insulting comments are running wild on blogs and...
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GB Staff PicksWith hundreds of videos and radio interviews to watch and listen to here on GrowingBolder.com, it's hard to know where to start! So we thought we'd put together a list of GB staff picks for best stories on GrowingBolder.com.
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Dangerous Stress Symptoms of PTSD
Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) PTSD develops differently from person to...
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Launching your Young Adult into the 'Real World'
Parenting Launch Sequence Managing the change of letting go of children so they can launch into a successful life as young adults By Dwight Bain, Nationally Certified Counselor & Certified Life Coach Parents are told to give their...
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15 Factors that Fuel Infidelity
The Secret behind Cheaters- 15 factors that Fuel Infidelity By Dwight Bain, Nationally...
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Charlene EdwardsIn her book, "Voices From Vietnam," author Charlene Edwards takes an intimate look at the battle scars still haunting Vietnamese and U.S. troops.
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Christmas Lights Up the NeighborhoodSometimes, holiday lights can be just the thing to get us out of our houses and spreading good cheer. Take this tour through a charming neighborhood.
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Calling All CaninesCanine Companions for Independence is a wonderful organization that brings highly trained dogs into the homes of people who need help the most. Come along as the GB gang stops by CCI to share the potential of a Growing Bolder group.
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Building Joy With ToysAfter 364 days of work, a special group of "elves" celebrated with a holiday toy giveaway in The Villages, Fla. Come along to see the Christmas spirit brought to life through the eyes of deserving kids.