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Alone… and Loving It!

One of my grandmothers was married three times. Each time a husband died, she found another within a year or so. My other grandmother lived the same way. Her adored soulmate died after 25 years of marriage and a cruel illness; within a year she had a new last name.

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How to Prevent Your Kid from Getting Lost

Every 40 seconds someones child is reported missing, totaling over 800,000 missing children in the U.S. each year. Whether you are in a crowded mall, amusement park or even your own yard, turning around and not seeing your child induces instant panic. There are steps parents can take to help shorten the time it takes to locate their child should he or she ever go missing, ways to educate children on how to stay safe and now even technology that can help you locate a missing child in a matter of moments.

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Fun Date Night Ideas

While there is nothing wrong with dinner and a movie, sometimes date night can mean something more adventurous or romantic. Even a variation of the classic theme, such as a gourmet picnic dinner and a drive-in movie, adds spice to the ordinary date night. People on tight budgets also have numerous options for planning fun date nights. Brainstorm your common interests and start exploring your town for up-and-coming spots, favorite nature areas or free attractions that will help make for an enjoyable date.

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How to Find Children Needing Adoption

Children are placed for adoption for a number of reasons. Birth parents may find themselves in a situation where they are unable to properly care for a baby. Other children are placed into the foster care system due to abuse and neglect; some are later put up for adoption. Individuals and couples wishing to adopt can work with an adoption agency to help locate children. However, there are additional ways to find those in need of adoption.