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What Causes Autism?

Here’s the way I see it (plus some information on a recent study on genes). Let’s approach the question differently. What does NOT cause autism? I have long held the belief that the MMR vaccine did NOT cause my son’s autism. I believe there are over 200 studies that debunk the idea that the MMR…

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Muppets Most Wanted: 2 Frogs, 2 Furious [REVIEW]

It’s hard to think of anything that has been more integral to my cultural awareness than the Muppets.I mean, I’m not necessarily a fanatic, but the Muppets have this level of significance that spans generations – one of my earliest memories is sitting with my brother reading/listening to The Muppets Take Manhattan book/record over and over again. They connect to us through a very special avenue of nostalgia in a way …

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Valentine’s Day Scrapbook Ideas

A basket of roses, a box of chocolates or a fancy bauble might seem like the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your special valentine, but don’t underestimate the impact that a scrapbook of memories will have. The recipient of your scrapbook is sure to cherish his Valentine’s Day scrapbook for years to come.

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Are You A Helicopter Parent?

A helicopter parent is a colloquial, early 21st-century term for a parent who pays extremely close attention to his or her childs or childrens experiences and problems, particularly at educational institutions. Helicopter parents are so named because, like helicopters, they hover closely overhead, rarely out of reach, whether their children need them or not.