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Because of the poor economy, many are not seeking medical treatment that normally would.  People just cannot afford to run to the doctor when they feel poorly.  I know that is how we are doing it in our family and I have insurance.  I even work for the hospital where we would be treated. We have [...]

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After reading an article on CNN.com, it seems that lawmakers are feeling compelled to do more to boost the economy which could mean a second stimulus package during “its lame- duck session following the presidential election.”  They are saying that some parts of the country are already in a recession.  You think? No kidding.  We [...]

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I have a friend with a baby who swears by Colic Calm.  I just wish it had been available when I had my first child.  He was colicky all of the time.  We rarely slept.  It was a very bad first year for all of us.  We were told to switch formula numerous times trying [...]

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Monterrey Chicken
Weight Watcher Friendly Recipe!
Points: 6 Servings: 4
4 (5 oz.) Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
1/4 Cup Barbecue Sauce
1/4 Cup Hormel Real Bacon Bits
1 Cup 2% Colby and Monterey Jack Shredded Cheese*
1 (14 oz.) Can Rotel (Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies), drained
Sliced Green Onions
Pepper
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Pound out the chicken breasts to flatten. Season [...]

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Peanut Butter Fudge
Makes 1 twelve-and-one-half-by-nine-inch-sheet
Ingredients:

2 Tbs unsalted butter, chilled, plus more for pan
3 Tbs light corn syrup
1 Cup granulated sugar
3/4 Cup packed light-brown sugar
3/4 Cup milk
1/2 Tsp salt
Pinch of baking soda
6 Tbs creamy peanut butter
1 Tsp pure vanilla extract

Lightly butter a twelve-and-one-half-by-nine-inch-sheet pan.  Line bottom with parchment paper or plastic wrap; set aside.  In [...]

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