According to the New York Time’s April 6th, 2009 report, even though infant mortality rate is declining in the United States, but still there are about 28,000 children under the age of one die every year. When we talk about the infant mortality rate, it is important to understand what it really means? For example, … Read more
Oh, Those Strange Delaware Laws
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In Lewes, Delaware, it is illegal to wear pants that are “firm fitting” around the waist. In South Bethany, the law requires those walking a dog to carry a bag with them everywhere they go, in case their dog poops. Anyone who violates the law may be fined $100. Welcome to the strange world of … Read more
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How to Create a Carnival-Themed Birthday Party
My son turned 11 years old on May 10th. For months I pondered over how we should celebrate. It was a difficult task because the age group of his friends ranged from 5 to 16 years old. I first started with a birthday theme. There were several that would appeal to all of the children … Read more
Heart Palpitations Usually Benign, Harvard Health Publications Says
According to a statement issued today by the Harvard Health Publications, heart palpitations (the sensation that the heart has started to race or pound, or feels like it has skipped a beat) are typically caused by a harmless hiccup in the heart’s rhythm. However, at times palpitations reflect a problem in the heart or elsewhere … Read more
The Chinese Year of Red Fire Dog
The Chinese Year of the Red Fire Dog is for the period of January 28, 2006 to February 1, 2007. This year is the male Red Dog year. It is the combination of the color red which signifies fire and metal that create a unique year of abundance and justice for all. Some Chinese refer … Read more