Halloween is a Nightmare on Any Street for Orthodontists Monday is typically a busy day for orthodontists. Monday after this weekend will be ghoulish. This year, Halloween is on a Friday and you can believe, the Clinical Assistant on-call is dreading weekend duty. No matter how much education patients... ( added 1 year 12 days ago.)

Warning Issued: Select Baby Clothes by Carter's Inc. Caused Rashes The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a warning against some of Carter's Inc. baby clothes. The warning was issued after 400 babies were reported to have developed a rash on their backs. This is a warning and not a product line... ( added 1 year 13 days ago.)

Jennifer Hudson's Mom and Brother's Death Could be a Domestic Violence Case Less than 48 hours after submitting an article on Domestic Violence , the brutal murders of Oscar-winning actress, Jennifer Hudson's Mom and brother hit the news. The earliest reports say the deaths are related to domestic violence. Oddly enough... ( added 1 year 13 days ago.)

Silhouettes of Domestic Violence In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, families of victims in Spartanburg, SC today, displayed life-size silhouettes in memory of their loved ones downtown on Main Street. Each silhouette held a plaque which gave a brief biography of... ( added 1 year 16 days ago.)

Through Trials Into Treasures If you have heard or read the testimonies of over comers, you will discover, learn and come to know of a single theme shared by each of them. This theme and common thread, if you will, is how thankful they are for having come through, to the... ( added 1 year 19 days ago.)

Dating Woes: 7 Tips to Remember Although dating isn't something I have done for a number of years, I hear some of the things that are going on from a house guest. Truth be known, I think she has become a roommate. I have dated since I have had a roommate. I have never... ( added 1 year 19 days ago.)

CPR to the Bee Gees' Stayin' Alive Could Save Lives A recent study has found, "Stayin' Alive might be more true to its name than the Bee Gees ever could have guessed: At 103 beats per minute, the old disco song has almost the perfect rhythm to help jump-start a stopped heart." The study's... ( added 1 year 21 days ago.)

To Disagree or To Be Disagreeable Lately, I've encountered some disagreeable people. I know you have heard this before: "Opinions, everyone has one." It may not be exactly as you've heard it before but close, correct? I respect anyone's opinion. I even understand when it differs... ( added 1 year 22 days ago.)

Crowded Spaces "If the eyes are the windows to the soul, then smiles must be subtle doorways." -Avis Ward When teeth do not fit in the arches as they should and are crooked, this is known as crowding . There are cases when the teeth have too much space between... ( added 1 year 23 days ago.)

Election Day Countdown for Christians An historical event in America will soon take place when its registered citizens will elect the next President of the United States. What makes this event historical is of course, the Democratic nominee, Barack Obama. The Illinois Senator is the... ( added 1 year 25 days ago.)

Love Etched in Stone Have you ever heard of the phrase, "etched in stone?" Another used is, "You can take that to the bank." What each of these statements mean is what is being said is absolute. There are no, if's, and's or but's about which to... ( added 1 year 102 days ago.)

The Kindness of Strangers Since learning as a child in Sunday School we could possibly entertain angels and not be aware of it; I have tried to be kind to everyone. Those same Sunday School classes taught us the Golden Rule. I have made an effort to do good wherever... ( added 1 year 105 days ago.)

The Power of Forgiveness "Father, forgive them for they know not what they do." -Jesus Imagine this: You've been beaten worse than an animal, spat on, nailed to a tree, pierced in your sides, given vinegar to drink, ridiculed with a crown of thorns and you're a King... ( added 1 year 110 days ago.)

Happily Ever After I've written about the relationship my parents shared for thirty-eight years. It was not perfect. How can two imperfect people have something perfect, unless you count me? I hope you laughed as this article is meant to do just that, make you... ( added 1 year 119 days ago.)

Religiosity, Morality and Politics The list of political activists runs like a river through the course of Christian history. When reading the title of the debate, I was reminded of a discussion with a sibling, whether Jesus was political. She said yes, I said no. Politics shape... ( added 1 year 119 days ago.)

A Decline in Auto Deaths with Higher Gas Prices High gas prices could turn out to be a lifesaver for some drivers. The authors of a new study say gas prices are causing driving declines that could result in a third fewer auto deaths annually, with the most dramatic drop likely to be among teen... ( added 1 year 119 days ago.)

Low Self-Esteem Indicted and Sentenced to Death There is a distinct difference between confidence and arrogance. To have confidence in one's self and the ability to perform confidently in our work is required. What this article addresses is not work-related self-esteem but personal. It is... ( added 1 year 119 days ago.)

What's Victoria's Secret? What is the secret that Victoria has and won't tell? Some think it is clever branding and they are correct. Just the mere mention of this infamous retailer and the mind wanders. It may be a topic of boredom to many but one has to admit, they do... ( added 1 year 123 days ago.)

According to Scientists: Watermelon Offers Viagara-like Effects On July 3rd, scientist reported a new benefit provided by watermelon. A slice of cool, fresh watermelon is a juicy way to top off a Fourth of July cookout and one that researchers say has effects similar to Viagra - but don't necessarily expect it... ( added 1 year 127 days ago.)

iPods and YouTube — uPray and iGod This article was motivated by a sermon from a Pastor and Ministry who were unknown to me. The message was simple and timeless. It was obvious that this Ministry actively sought to involve the youth in that congregation. The Pastor had been a Youth... ( added 1 year 137 days ago.)

Dating a Widower Who's Still in Mourning For with God nothing shall be impossible. -Luke 1:37 And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment. -Mark 12:30 Lorraine (age... ( added 1 year 141 days ago.)

He's Afraid to Commit There is no fear in love [dread does not exist], but full-grown (complete, perfect) love turns fear out of doors and expels every trace of terror! For fear brings with it the thought of punishment, and [so] he who is afraid has not reached the... ( added 1 year 142 days ago.)

Weight-Loss and Other Internet Schemes Making the news is yet another weight loss scheme. Authorities, and at least one victim, believe it is most definitely a scam. Metacor Labs is the subject of this ongoing investigation involving John Edwards Mullikin, listed as a researcher with... ( added 1 year 144 days ago.)

A Sister's Love for Her Brother His name is George W. Ward, Jr. He was named after our dad. He assured our parents there would be no George III and there wasn't as he and his wife have a daughter! George and I just ended a telephone chat. He lives in Ormond Beach, Florida which... ( added 1 year 146 days ago.)

Are Silver Fillings a Health Threat? Possibly! According to the Food and Drug Administration, silver dental fillings may pose a threat to two groups that are presently urged to limit mercury from another source, seafood. Silver dental fillings contain mercury, and the government for the first... ( added 1 year 147 days ago.)