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Give Me That Old Time Religion
I?m going to let you all in on a little secret. I?m kind of a religious nut.
The big G O D
I was raised as a lazy Catholic. We started with church on Sundays; my mom, brother and I and after we went to the bagel store for mini bagels, orange juice, and flavored cream cheese [cinnamon walnut for me, olive for mom, and blueberry for my brother.
Happy Independence Day!
If this doesn't make you swell up with American pride, then I don't know what will.
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A California man allegedly shot his wife in the face and took off with their son.
Teen charged with raping, murdering child
We can't believe this is the second type of this story in so many days.
New York toddler attacked by pit bull
A 3-year-old in New York City was mauled by a pit bull after a man allegedly used the dog as a weapon.
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Abbott recalls Calcilo infant formula
Abbott has announced a voluntary recall of their Calcilo XD infant formula, after it was found the can may have been faulty, letting in air and causing oxidation.
Little Rider toys recalled for lead
The Master Toys and Novelties company have mastered putting lead paint on their Little Rider toys.
Douglas blankets recalled for strangulation hazard
Out of all the things that put our kids in harm's way, we didn't think they're blankie would be one of them.
Beco Butterfly Baby Carriers Recalled for Fall Hazard
Better put down the coffee, lady, you're going to need both hands free to catch your baby.
Fake teeth recalled for lead
We'll admit that sometimes when certain items are recalled for lead paint, we question anyone chewing on said item in the first place.
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Mommy Mammaries
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Threesome: Why Mommy and Daddy Need a Special Helper
The concept of threesomes has been employed by unhappy spouses (or marriage partners with superior imaginations, depending on your view) since time immemorial.
Cursing habits, sippy cups, co-sleeping sex, international travel, and saying "no"
My 7-year-old has a habit of cursing. He occasionally does it in front of me, and I've heard he does it at school.
Mominatrix Salutes the Good Ol' USA
The 4th of July rings of beaches, barbecues, and beer, all in the name of good old American patriotism, of course.
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Not unlike many drug addicts’ homes, Jessica Kasten’s house was a garbage refuge and only one of the things that was sorely neglected in her life.
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You know the difference between you and me? I make this look good.
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A play-by-play of one mom's a.m. routine.
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Monkeys and clowns and rock bands, oh my!
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It's not always black and white.
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Remember the Fallen
Take a moment to reflect today on the men and women who have died to keep you and your children safe.
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