Archive for Family
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Ella’s Kitchen
We have had a mild winter, but many of us are still getting cabin fever waiting for spring. Spring is a great time for cruises, so have a party and bring on a cruise theme! Ella [Ella can be contacted at ellaweeze@yahoo.com or Ella – 50+ Lifestyles, 804 W Lombard Street, Davenport, IA, 52804] ...
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Remember Well
By David W. Deuth, CFSP President, Weerts Funeral Home I think about all my grandparents more often than most, I imagine. And I’m grateful to them – and for them. It was late in February, 1988. We were in college. As mid-term exams were pressing on my schedule, I received a phone call fr...
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A Word on Developmental Psychology and Self-Esteem
By Ashton Brunn Augustana College Student Intern Child Abuse Council It is commonly stated that self-esteem is the greatest gift that a parent can give to a child, and considering how society is today, this has never been more true. To truly succeed in a world where only the best students get ...
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Celebrate Your Love With A Special Romantic Valentine’s Day
By Melanie Pracas Valentine’s Day is the time to celebrate your love for someone. To make it really special and have a romantic Valentine’s Day, you will need to think about what you want to do and plan ahead. There are lots of ways to have a romantic Valentine’s Day and make it special for...
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February is for Sweethearts
By Karen McCoy Marketing Consultant Ridgecrest Village The month of February is for Sweethearts. This leads me to share a Sweetheart Story from a couple at Ridgecrest Village Retirement Community. The Sweetest Smile By Jack Hebblin “Helen has the sweetest smile. Even though she ha...
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Estate Planning as a Team Sport
By Curt Ford Nash Nash Bean & Ford Jan and Don were life-long athletes. During high school, both played several team sports, and they continued to feed this passion with church and community teams as they aged. In addition, when their children were younger, they took turns serving as coach, ...
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Blast the ‘I’m Bored’ Blues
By Rondi Doyle Director of Community Relations Child Abuse Council When the cold temperatures and the shortened daylight hours make for a lot of time spent inside, parents and caregivers look for fun, interactive and creative activities that stimulate children’s minds and bodies. Childre...
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Your Advocacy Connection – What does GolderCare Solutions do? – Part 6
Your Advocacy Connection Offering Comprehensive Care and Financial Advocacy Our mission at GolderCare Solutions is to provide solutions for your long-term care problems. We offer classic and comprehensive care coordination and advocacy. Our comprehensive care coordination and advocacy service...