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Explaining HB2 to My Son With Autism

My son is thirteen, very intelligent, thoughtful, and asks a lot of questions about current affairs. So, after I mentioned that his aunt, who lives in North Carolina, was upset at the recent canceled concert by Bruce Springsteen, my son asked why. I don't know about most parents, but with my son, I fell he's…

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How Much Are Surrogate Mothers Paid?

There is no standard fee when it comes how much money a surrogate mother is paid. The costs are estimated, as each situation is different depending on the individuals involved. A first time surrogate may request a smaller fee; an experienced surrogate may charge as much as $5,000 to $10,000 more. Surrogates generally request an itemized compensation plan as part of their contracts.

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Leadership Camps for Kids

The camp experience gives kids the opportunity to make new friends and discover new interests. Interactive activities and hands-on challenges are planned to help kids grow into responsible and caring individuals. Leadership-camp fees are usually paid by a student’s school, family members or can be earned through community donations. Programs are designed not only to be educational, but also to be motivational. Key concepts generally focus on collaborative teamwork, leadership, empathy and diversity.

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The “Sum” of Education in America is NOT Adding Up!

On my day off from my Manny gig I went to the movies and watched Waiting For Superman. This film was amazing. It had all the components to a major blockbuster. Love, loss, humor, suspense, etc. But unlike most Hollywood blockbusters it did not have a huge budget, special effects, and the biggest name in the cast was that of Davis Guggenheim.