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World Wildlife Day Story Time: The One Where Kenny Almost Got Eaten By A Zebra

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In honor of World Wildlife Day, we are going to chat about stripey horses, aka zebras. I am going to tell you a funny story about how Kenny almost got eaten by a zebra, then I will share some fun zebra facts with you. Finally, we are going to learn some ways we can help this "near threated" to "endangered" species thrive yet again. The One Where Kenny Almost Got Eaten By A … [Read more...] about World Wildlife Day Story Time: The One Where Kenny Almost Got Eaten By A Zebra

15 Places To Donate Your Hair

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Getting a haircut soon? If your hair is long enough and fits certain criteria, you should really consider donating it. Be sure to let your stylist know that you want to donate your hair before they start cutting as many hair donation facilities require a certain length of hair in order to accept your donation. Most organizations require hair to be washed and dried, placed in a … [Read more...] about 15 Places To Donate Your Hair

7 Places To Donate Used Books Locally

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I have what I consider to be a pretty stellar selection of books in my home. However, the older I become, the less I read. That's due in part to my eyesight capabilities declining over the years and also due to more responsibility I have taken on with multiple jobs. Instead of having so many books on hand collecting dust, I have decided that I would prefer to have more … [Read more...] about 7 Places To Donate Used Books Locally

Lessons We Can Learn From Stephen King’s “The Stand”

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In the spring of 1994, a miniseries hit the small screen that would forever change my life. It was Stephen King's "The Stand." That same year I read the epic novel, all 1,100+ pages, not the abridged version, and I have been captured by Stephen King's imagination and brilliance ever since. Since then I have read perhaps 20 of his books. But "The Stand" will forever be my … [Read more...] about Lessons We Can Learn From Stephen King’s “The Stand”

To Write Love On Her Arms To Host 7th Annual Run For It 5K April 13th

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Mental illness is something that has touched everyone's life in some way. I know that, for me personally, depression is something I have struggled with throughout my life, particularly in my teens. Ironically, it took a heart attack to get me to reassess and find a way to be truly happy in my life. Everyone finds joy in their own way. TWLOHA helps those struggling with mental … [Read more...] about To Write Love On Her Arms To Host 7th Annual Run For It 5K April 13th

TWLOHA To Host 6th Annual Run For It 5K On 4/14

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I really like sharing with you guys events I find out about that TWLOHA [To Write Love On Her Arms] is hosting. TWLOHA is a non-profit that helps those that suffer from mental illness and promotes suicide prevention. They are hosting their 6th annual Run For It 5K in Florida this April. If this is something that you might be interested in taking part in, you can get all of the … [Read more...] about TWLOHA To Host 6th Annual Run For It 5K On 4/14

TWLOHA 11th Annual “Valentine’s Day Doesn’t Have To Suck” Twitter Chat 2/14 #TWLOHAVDay

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Valentine's Day can be a hard day for many people. If you are looking for something to do on Valentine's Day or you just need someone to talk to, why not hop on Twitter and chat with the folks at TWLOHA? This sounds like an interesting chat on a topic that I feel strongly about so I think I might participate, too. … [Read more...] about TWLOHA 11th Annual “Valentine’s Day Doesn’t Have To Suck” Twitter Chat 2/14 #TWLOHAVDay

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Beach Walk & Family Fun Day 11/4 In Myrtle Beach

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A few years ago, a childhood friend of mine died of breast cancer. She was only in her 30s. That is far too young to lose anyone, let alone to such an invasive and hopefully one day, curable disease. So, today I am sharing with you about an event that you can take part in if you would like to help in the fight against breast cancer. For the third year, Vacation Myrtle Beach … [Read more...] about Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Beach Walk & Family Fun Day 11/4 In Myrtle Beach

Dolly Parton Helps Distribute Final My People Fund Checks #MyPeopleFund

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When the Great Smoky Mountains fire happened last year it was quite devastating for many families. It destroyed or damaged many things in the area and there were families who lost literally everything they owned. But thanks to the fundraising efforts from Dolly Parton and her My People Fund, a helping hand was given to those trying to heal after this disaster. … [Read more...] about Dolly Parton Helps Distribute Final My People Fund Checks #MyPeopleFund

UCLA’s 22nd Annual Taste For A Cure Event To Take Place 4/28 #TasteForACure

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The information about UCLA's Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation 22nd Annual Taste For A Cure came to my email today and I thought I would share it with all of you. Unfortunately, we all have been touched by cancer. Either we have battled it ourselves or we have a loved one who has. I have known many people to be taken by cancer and this really hit home to me as my grandmother … [Read more...] about UCLA’s 22nd Annual Taste For A Cure Event To Take Place 4/28 #TasteForACure