Archive for Family
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Better, Perhaps
By David W. Deuth, CFSP President, Weerts Funeral Home Many of us will “resolve” to do things differently – better, perhaps – as the new year begins. Eat less. Exercise more. Watch Less television. Read more books. Finally break that longtime habit…The new year becomes a fresh and even...
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My Pilgrimage – A Spiritual Journey
By Mary Huebbe Marketing Consultant Ridgecrest Village I was blessed recently with the opportunity to go on a pilgrimage to an area located in Herzegovina region of Bosnia and Herzegovina about 16 miles from Mostar. This trip was a spiritual adventure, and very rewarding for my husband and me. ...
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Humanities Iowa to Support Ballet Quad Cities “Dance Me a Story: Exploring Literature Through Ballet”
We are proud to announce Ballet Quad Cities has been awarded a Humanities Iowa grant of $5,000 for our “Dance Me a Story” project. “Dance Me a Story: Exploring Literature through Ballet,” is free to the public and allows people of all ages to explore literature through ballet! What...
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Easy Button? Really??
By David W. Deuth, CFSP President, Weerts Funeral Home Years ago, we often quipped about how “remarkable” it was that every problem or issue addressed in a television show could be solved in as little as 30 minutes – less commercial breaks nonetheless. While often predictable and typically...
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The Importance of Traditions
By Mary Schricker Gemberling “Christmas is a day of meaning and traditions, a special day spent in the warm circle of family and friends.” During the holidays, most of us have certain things we always do; holiday traditions that seem to stick in our memories. In addition to making holiday...
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Caring for the Caregiver
By Peggy Dykes Community Relations Director Milestone’ Area Agency on Aging Annually November is noted as National Family Caregiver Month. We recognize and celebrate individuals who care for family members, friends, or other relatives by helping them maintain their independence and quality of...
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News from Seniors And Law Enforcement Together (SALT)
School Bus Safety School began in mid-August and motorists must be sure to share the road safely with school buses. School buses are one of the safest forms of transportation on the road today. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, riding a bus to school is 1...
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The Importance of Adult/Child Playtime
By Paula Jaeger, Child Therapist Child Abuse Council While children do need time to play alone and with other children, playtime with the special adults in their lives is just as important. Children crave time with these adults. It makes them feel special. Parents (caregivers) are encouraged to...
