Provided by: Jennifer Bailey

I work for a wonderful nonprofit organization that brings art and art education to the community, particularly people with developmental disabilities. Part of my job is raising funds, which isn't easy in this economy! I have also been a smoker for 30-plus years. Two years ago I watched as my mother died of lung cancer, and held her hand as she took her final breath....
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Provided by: Stephanie Johnson

A lot of good it did to win the Sweetheart Contest last week. Based on the efforts I've put into eating healthy, I apparently don't give a rip. Still. I was hoping my entry would give me a boost to get back on track -- just like "helping" my daughter would, having two friends start their own diets, writing an inspiring poem and having a friend pick me up for Cur...
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Provided by: Kate Faricy

First & Main will host a Summer Spectacular to kick off the 2008 season from 3 - 7 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2008 featuring the live band, food samplings from local restaurants, special entertainment for the children including an obstacle course, face painter, caricature artist, magician and giveaways for the whole family. Other activities include free fun with First...
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Provided by: Mame Shroyer

Originally written on Mothers' Day 2007 It never occurred to me until this morning what a universally emotional day is Mothers' Day. As a single childless 40-something-year-old woman who lost her own mother a few years ago, I've often felt alienated by it, as if it exposes all of the empty meaningless spaces in my life, pointing out all of the questions I hav...
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Provided by: Jimmie Butler

Grown-ups don't normally say "play with your food," but this month, it's all about having fun with your food! Join Imagination Celebration for this delicious Just 4 Us class where you'll make yummy snacks that look good enough to eat...and we will! This fun class will surely be a feast for your eyes - and for your tummy. For 2 1/2 - 5 year olds and their grown-...
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