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  • Celebrate World Red Cross Day

    Celebrate World Red Cross Day on May 8th.  World Red Cross Day and Red Crescent Day fall on the Birthday of the movement’s founder, Henry Dunant.

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  • Happy Healthy Vision Month

    Happy Healthy Vision Month as May is known as vision month.  Of course, taking care of your eyes should be a priority. A healthy vision can help keep your eye sight safe.

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  • Cinco de Mayo Holiday Safety

    Cinco de Mayo

    Plans to put forward for Cinco de Mayo Holiday Safety are listed below as the holiday is celebrated on May 5th. The holiday traces back to commemorate the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.   On May 5th, we celebrate Mexican heritage with large Cinco de Mayo celebrations all over the United States.  Surprisingly, larger celebrations are held in the United States than Mexico.

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  • National Barbecue Month

    National Barbecue Month is May.  May is in full bloom with perfect weather and longer days and a perfect month to celebrate the National Barbecue Month. My Mother-in-law bought my Husband and I an indoor George Foreman Grill many years ago.  I use the indoor grill for vegetables, potatoes, sausage, hotdogs and lettuce.  I love a grilled Caesar salad and there is something special about grilled romaine with white anchovies and a homemade Caesar dressing.

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  • Met Gala 2016 Fashions

    Met Gala 2016 Fashions are one of the biggest events on the East Coast the first Monday in May.  The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s annual fundraising gala is the grand opening of the Costume Institute’s fashion exhibit.  Of course, this year’s theme set the tone for the fashions since guests show up matching the theme of the exhibit.  This year’s theme is Manus x Machina.  In the same fashion, this exhibit is about designers allowing handmade and machine-made styles to coexist in haute couture and ready to wear.  Additionally, the exhibit hosts more than 150 designs since the 20th century.

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  • Skin Cancer Detection

    May is Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month.  Skin Cancer is one of the most common types of cancer.  One of the main causes of skin cancer is the ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, tanning booths, and sun lamps.

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  • National Egg Month

    National Egg Month

    May is National Egg Month.  The entire month is dedicated to the egg. Eggs provide high protein.  In particular, as we age, we lose muscle mass and strength.

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  • WHCD Fashions 2016

    The WHCD Fashions 2016 was on full display last night at the dinner for Politicians and Journalists.    This was President Barack Obama’s final dinner.  The WHCA is an organization of journalists who cover the White House with access to the President in the press briefing rooms.

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  • Zoodles Pasta Dinner

    Zoodles Pasta Dinner is a healthy and exciting way to experiment with alternative ways to eating pasta.  Why Zoodles over Pasta?  Pasta – 1 cup cooked equals approximately 220 calories and 43 grams of carbs.

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  • Fitness Fighting Cancer Tips

    Fitness Fighting Cancer Tips are things every person or patient must do.   Of course, strides have been made in the treatment of cancer. Breakthroughs in medical research are saving lives.  Fitness activity is important to your health.

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  • Relais Knitware

    Relais Knitware began in a small studio in New York in 1984.  Susan Melizan was born in Trinidad and is the talented knitwear designer behind the brand.  She started the Company designing intricate knit sweaters and accessories seamlessly blending classic appeal with modern shape and comfort.

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  • Embracing Age

    Embracing Age

    Embracing age as I get older is something I’m facing daily. When I was younger, I was always saying to family and friends,  I cannot wait until I’m old enough to drive, go to college, start a career, a family and buy a house. I’ve accomplished everything I set out to do however find the days and years going by much to fast.

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