Category: Articles

Organ Donor: An Open Letter

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March 25, 2014

Articles, Editorial, Writing

Every year on this date I unfold and quietly read an old letter that is always kept folded neatly inside a pouch with other old letters and pictures. This one, unlike the others, has no envelope, is written quickly, and is written on the wrong side of the paper. The letter is one that I… Read more
Could My Running Insoles Make My Calves Burn?

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March 21, 2014

Articles, Hair Care, Health, Writing

New Running shoes (Photo credit: aaipodpics) Experiencing burning in your calf muscles may be caused by a number of conditions. The calf muscle is situated on the back of the lower leg. The two muscles that make up the calf are the soleus and gastrocnemius. Read More Related articles … Read more
Bullying and Media Culture: How TV Teaches Children to Bully

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March 7, 2014

Articles, Children, Guest blogger

By: Katie McCoy Most Americans think of bullying as youth problem. In actuality, it’s more of a cultural problem. It seems that everywhere you turn, today’s youth can see the bully mentality on full display. Nowhere is this phenomenon more prevalent that throughout the media. Kids consume on average around 8 to 11 hours of… Read more
The Best Snorkeling Areas in the Florida Keys

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February 27, 2014

Articles, Money Saving, Vacation, Writing

The Florida Keys has the only tropical coral reef in the continental United States and the third longest barrier reef in the world. The reef stretches from Miami in the Atlantic Ocean to the Dry Tortugas in the Gulf of Mexico. While nearly all the snorkeling in the Florida Keys is via boat, there are… Read more
Swimming for Youth

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January 17, 2014

Articles, Children, Exercise, Health, Parenting

Swimming is fun and lifesaving sport and an excellent form of exercise. As a form of exercise, swimming has many advantages. According to the CDC, swimming works the lungs, heart, joints and the muscles of the whole body. It is fun fitness activity that is primarily a summer sport but can be extended to year-round,… Read more
Fun PE Games for Kids

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November 9, 2013

Articles, Children, Exercise, Health

Physical education is a vital part of elementary education. PE encourages kids to remain healthy and active during the school year. PE games can effortlessly teach kids … Continue Reading→ Read more
Oswego: Where Are the Sidewalks?

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October 2, 2013

Articles, Parenting, Politics

When I was a teenager, I use to walk home from after school activities instead of riding the activity bus or calling my mom to pick me up. The walk was a good 1.5 miles through neighborhoods and a field. For the most part (minus the field part), I was walking on a sidewalk through… Read more
Beyond ‘Breaking Bad’: 5 TV Shows Aaron Paul Should Guest Star

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September 30, 2013

Articles, Entertainment, TV, Writing

Photo Source: insidemovies.ew.com The infamous drama series Breaking Bad has reached its series finale. Aaron Paul, one of the series hottest actors, will be well suited for guest starring roles on popular TV shows. Read more
The Best Walking Shoes, Cross-Trainers & Running Shoes

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August 26, 2013

Articles, Exercise, Health, Money Saving, Weight Loss

If you’re a woman in the market for a good pair of athletic shoes, finding the proper shoe is essential to your comfort and ergonomics. Many lower-extremity injuries from physical activity are caused by inappropriate shoes. Continue reading→ Read more
What Is a Tabata CrossFit?

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July 14, 2013

Articles, Exercise

There are many workout programs available today to assist you in achieving your fitness goals. Two of the most popular new exercise programs to hit the fitness scene are Tabata training and CrossFit. Continue reading–> Read more