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Concerns Over Prescription Drug Use At Dallas High School

DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – A dramatic increase in prescription drug overdoses at Dallas’ Thomas Jefferson High School led school officials to call a meeting Monday night where it called on parents to help.

“We are here today because we have noticed a specific type of drug activity on our campus,” Principal Sandi Massey told the crowd of more than a hundred parents. “We literally went from only having about 10 incidents the whole first semester to 30 this semester.”

Last month the Dallas ISD high school called 911 on seven separate occasions due to a prescription drug overdose concern.

Many of the parents who came Monday evening said they knew drugs were a problem, but few seem to know that that prescription drugs was the biggest problem

“It alarmed me a lot,” said parent Cynthia Taylor. “I didn’t know it was as severe as it was.”

Pablo Salgado said last week he noticed his son for the first time talking about a drug called T-Bar – that’s term many students use for Xanax.

“He started to tell me because he saw a couple of his friends doing drugs and different reactions to the drugs.” Salgado said.

Delaine Faris with the North Texas Recovery Foundation said it’s not just a growing problem at Thomas Jefferson High School. She said the reason Xanax has become a popular drug of choice among teenagers recently is its availability.

Faris said the inexpensive drug can be found in the medicine cabinets of many of the teenager’s homes and, if it’s not there, it’s likely at their friend’s house.

Faris applauded Thomas Jefferson High School for calling the meeting because she said parent involvement is the key.

“If you know your kid, you know when they make changes and that’s the key,” she said. “When you kid starts making changes that needs to set off the alarms, the bells, and the whistles.”

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DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – Protests at DFW airport reached a fevered pitch Sunday afternoon over President Donald Trump’s travel ban. Then Sunday night nine people detained at DFW airport for well over 24 hours were reunited with family and friends in the United States.

Late Sunday night the international arrivals area was back to normal after protest leaders assured the crowd they were confident the known detainees had been released. But they also insist they’re ready for another fight.

It was a reunion Ali Farmehr worried might not happen. The McKinney man waited hours for his Iranian wife after her plane landed Sunday.

“I’m glad that things worked out for me, and I’m glad that things worked out for other people as well,” said Farmehr.

Throughout the day the massive crowd of protestors celebrated partial victories.

“Because of this sustained pressure, we’ve been able to secure the release of the nine people that we had the names, the list of,” said Imam Omar Suleiman.

But one of the lead attorneys for the detainees announced to supporters that others may still be held.

“We’re not telling anybody to go home. Y’all stay here, invite your friends. We’ll bring more,” said attorney Chris Hamilton.

Then finally, a joint announcement from protest leaders that Customs and Border Protection had given them the information they wanted.

“They have assured us that there are no people that were detained because of the executive order still in custody. As a result we’ve encouraged the families and communities to go home and get some rest,” said Alia Salem with the Council on American Islamic Relations.

But attorneys only learned of Ali Farmehr’s wife after the release of the original nine detainees. That’s why protest leaders say supporters should stand ready to return if they learn of more travelers in jeopardy.

“The most important thing to me as an American of course is the security of America. It’s very important, and I’m sure the president feels that way. And we need to see case by case, but I don’t feel that we should be discriminating against just a nation just because somebody’s from that country,” Farmehr said.

Attorneys who volunteered at DFW say they encourage families to reach out to them right away if there are additional cases of detainees.

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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

A Day Full of Questions

Yesterday we were lucky and did not get hit by the tornado that ripped through parts of Oklahoma. About one hour North of us in Moore, Oklahoma, many families were not so lucky. My heart goes out to the parents awaiting news on whether their child is alive or dead at the elementary schools that were demolished by the tornado. I can only image the pain they must be going through! Last night I hugged my girls extra tight and am so thankful to have them by my side and a roof over our heads. The weather has been so insane this year! I hope this is the last of it for a long while!

My youngest had all sorts of questions yesterday as she heard about the news. Mainly she wanted to know what a tornado is and why it breaks so many things. She wanted to know why Mother Nature was so mad at everybody. Unfortunately I did not have all the answers for her, but I explained what I could. She is such a curious girl, just like her big sister was at this age. Speaking of which, here is a layout of my youngest...

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Money Drunk Money Sober: My very first job

For this current time period, I am working through Julia Cameron and Mark Bryan’s book Money Drunk, Money Sober before I work through the Prosperous Heart. The following blog entries are in response to prompts and experiences from the book. I see this as an extension of my Artist’s Way work. Some of my entries are jarring and highly personal – any program of sobriety and self-improvement demands admitting dysfunction both personally and in family, and it also calls to admit some painful truths. While not everything I work on appears here, a number of realities do. I have a genuine body of work thanks to my work on the Artist’s Way program, and I can’t ignore the changes the continual commitment has brought about. Because of that, I also can’t ignore what going further into the harder aspects of the program – like facing money issues – has the potential to improve.

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My first job was working Friday nights at a frame store downtown. Both my mother and my sister had worked there briefly.  I was not really offered any training, and I think it was just assumed that I would know how to do the job that my mother and sister had. I did not.

The job lasted about a month. I socked back about half for college, but a lot of the money got sucked up because I had to pay for band camp myself every year – I didn’t want to go to band camp or play in band, so not only did I get to do something I did not enjoy at all, I got to resent the way money I had meant for something I did want – college – got used for something I hated and that has not served me in any way in my adult life. So the money earned from that disastrous job where I was expected to know things without training? Band camp.

Not an illustrious start to my working career.

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Thursday, January 27, 2011

Snow makes me love cloth even more...

Everyone that knows me knows of my love for cloth diapers. As much as I love CDing I sometimes forget the everyday benefits.

For example, this is what I woke up to this morning:

The Baltimore area received around 10 inches of snow between yesterday afternoon and this morning. My car is covered, my sidewalk is covered and the snowplows did only a mediocre job on my street.

The good news is that I have plenty of food and DIAPERS! I never have to worry about being snowed in and running out of diapers or wipes! If I were to run out (which is highly doubtful!) I could just throw them in the wash and be set! I forgot how AWESOME that is! I was scrolling through Facebook this morning and noticed that a number of fellow moms were worried about how they would get to the store to buy more disposable diapers and wipes. Not me! I have a nice fresh stack of fluff waiting for us.

What do you love most about cloth diapering? Is it convenience? cuteness? money savings? environmental friendliness?

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Grand Re-Opening

Hi! I'm Bayla and recently purchased Earth Angels Diaper Co and Diaper Discussions from Julie, who you all know and love! This is my second cloth diaper store and we are located in Baltimore, MD. I'm so excited to bring a TON of new products to EADC. We will be sharing why we love the products we carry and which ones are appropriate for different stages in your family's life. Please contact us with questions, suggestions, or concerns you might have. I'm so excited to reach out and get to know more cloth diapering families! We're here to help you through your journey!

In honor of our Grand Re-Opening, we are offering a 10% off discount (certain exclusions apply)! Use code GRANDOPEN. Plus, we will be giving out random gifts with some orders!

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VIDEO ALERT: Eddy Kenzo – Mbilo Mbilo

Eddy Kenzo is not letting go of the acceleration pad when it comes to his musical releases. After stunning the world with the hit single “Sitya Loss” not very long ago and other tunes along the way, he has now come out with this new tune and it is called “Mbilo Mbilo”. The song is very beautiful and cool, and so is the video, with a some dancing and drama, it just encapsulates what the Ugandan star’s music is made of. Check it out below;

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Sunday, August 21, 2016

One of the ladies I go to Patchwork with here in Cambridge told me about an adult exercise circuit in the Domain, and yesterday we found it.

ABOVE:  It's actually a really good circuit too!

 ABOVE:  Marty, Jacqui, Joel and Griffin had fun on some of the equipment, that's for sure.  *smiles*

 ABOVE: Also in the Domain is bowls, petanque, tennis courts, and I can't  remember what else!
It's a lovely park for sure.

 ABOVE:  I love taking photos of interesting trees.  There's something about how the branches twist and turn that I find lovely.

 ABOVE:  How's this for an interesting home?   It's opposite the Domain.  I really like it.  It sure has street appeal.  Makes my home look very staid and humble.

Too bad.  I love our home!  It's perfect for us.

 ABOVE:  We watched this hawk searching for his dinner.

ABOVE: Isn't it cool!  I'm quite proud of this photo!

NOW... today.

We are going into town (Hamilton) to do a few jobs.  Kids need some stationary.  I want to exchange the muzzle I got for Tallulah for one that fits her.

Can't think what else yet....

2.20 pm:  Well.. we got up, did a little housework then headed into town.

You know how we got a couple of new Britto figurines the other day eh?  Well that's because a new shipment just arrived in the country.

There were a couple of other ones we really liked, so.. ummm...

ABOVE:  We got them!  Now we are going to try and track down a Road Runner, to go with Wiley Coyote!  Hopefully there's one somewhere?

While out, we got Griffin some new shoes...

ABOVE:  Friggin size 15!  And on SALE, down from $300 to $180.  Still bloody expensive.  That boy better stop growing now!  It's really hard finding shoes that big.

After that we got some school stationary, and  had lunch at the Base then came home.
It's a stunningly gorgeous day out there!   And all I feel like doing is having a nap.  Might even do just that.  *smiles*

Well... a nice day turned to custard fairly fast.

 Better sign off for the day before I say more.

  1. That is an amazing hawk photo. Very impressive. Is that a single family home? Lots of space in there I bet. And as for that park! What a cool place! I sometimes miss living in the city because of stuff like that! You seem to live in a great area!

    1. It looks to be a single family home, must be huge inside! Yes, Cambridge is a gorgeous little town. We love it here.

  2. The photo of the hawk is incredible!!! Not so much the photos of tweedledum and tweedledee on the excercise equipment.....

  3. What a great place to go and exercise!! Fantastic photo of the have every right to feel very proud of it!!

    1. Aww neat photos. Love your shoes Griffin!

  4. My son also wears size 15 shoes. I highly recommend a site called "Eastbay" for shoes. As long as you know what size he is in a specific brand you should be ok. My son plays basketball in State League so lots of big boys and nearly all of them get there shoes from there.

  5. What a gorgeous park to have in your area. I love those exercise equipment parks - I wish we had some near us (might encourage this couch potato to get off her couch!). Sorry to hear your day hasn't ended the best - I hope tomorrow is a better day.

  6. SIZE 15 ARE YOU CRAZY! My kid would have to wear sandals all the time and let his toes hang off at that price!! lol

  7. We have one of those adult playgrounds near my office...I keep meaning to walk over at lunch time.

  8. Anonymous7:47 AM

    Great park idea what a fun way to incorporate exercise, Size 15 ye gads at least there are places now where you can buy bigger... years ago not so much. Love the new Britto pieces.It's me Blondie

  9. Ack you're going to have to go online to find some shoes for him now. We have Famous Footwear that has quite a few larger size options so that is good. So far Scott is a 14 and Trevor is a 12 (at age 13).

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Monday, September 3, 2012

Bell Horses - Li'l Cowboy!!

I'm back again (on time) with another Digi Bell's Post!! Today I decided to use an image that I haven't used for awhile- Bell Horses - Li'l Cowboy which you can get from Elisabeth Bell's digital Collection.
He's such a little cutie isn't he? If you'd like to know what I used on my card please feel free to head on over to my blog!! Well I'm off to bed so I can get some sleep.. I have a beautiful spring day to look forward to tomorrow!! :)Until Next time.. Enjoy!
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Friday, July 26, 2013

Blog Hop Winners Announcement!

Good Evening.....  I'm actually going to post the blog hop winners a little early.  I know, I know, I said I would post them tomorrow, but I just so happen to have the time this evening, so I thought I would get the post done now.

Thank you all so much for joining us this month.
If you didn't win this month, remember we do this every month.
Our next blog hop is scheduled for August 16th.
We hope that you'll join us again next time.

Before I get to the winners, I have just a quick reminder to share.

There are only 2 more days left to enter
The Digi Bells GDT Call.
It ends on July 28th....

The Theme for that is "Summer"
Okay.... On with the Winners....
I did things just a little bit different this time.  Rather than random winners from different DT blogs, this month I used to choose the winners from this blogs comments.  So you see, you never know where the winner will be chosen from.

Thank you all for playing along and participating in Elisabeth Bells newest Digi Release and Blog hop this month.

So WHO are the lucky winners of "Fairy Merrily"????
Your Random Numbers are:

If you could both please contact me, I will get "Fairy Merrily" sent right out to you!!!
You can find the "Email The Digi Bells" button on the right side bar.

Granmargaret said...

Congratulations to the winners

Ea Christiansen said...

Congrats to the winners - you lucky gals.

Lotte said...

Oh wow, I've won! So happy right now, will send an email straight away. Thank you! Hugs Lotte

CraftinGranny said...

Congrats Ladies!

Astrid said...

Congrats to the winners.
Hugs Astrid

Gail said...

Wow, wow, wow. I love this EB stamp and am so excited to have won. Thanks so much! --Gail

Denise Goeldner said...

grats to the winners well done hugs xx


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Background: Acute otitis media (AOM) is one of the most common presenting pediatric complaints accounting for a large proportion of antibiotic prescriptions. Current guidelines for AOM strongly recommend the use of analgesics and observation without antibiotics for mild to moderate cases of AOM, yet few studies have described their use. This study is the first to identify predictor variables for use of analgesics and observation. Methods: A retrospective chart review of 600 charts was conducted from ambulatory clinic and pediatric emergency department (PED) records in an academic, tertiary care center for children ages 6 months to 12 years diagnosed with AOM between June 2008 and June 2010. Charts were assessed for recommendations for analgesics/antipyretics (A/A), use of observation (prior to antibiotic use) and hypothesized predictor variables. Results: The mean age of the study cohort was 40.6 months. Recommendations of A/A use following the visit were significantly higher in the PED compared to the ambulatory clinic (86.7% vs. 60.7%, p<0.001). Observation was recommended in 37.8% of all visits. Patients with recommended use of observation received post-visit A/A recommendations more often than those prescribed antibiotics immediately (OR 2.11: 95% CI 1.36-3.28). The absence of fussiness (p=0.03), fever (p<0.001), and tympanic membrane bulging (p<0.001) were all independently associated with the use of observation. Conclusion: A/A were more often given in conjunction with observation compared to immediate antibiotic use. Overall the frequencies of use of observation and A/A were higher than previously reported. Further prospective analyses are necessary to confirm these findings.

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Wednesday, 26 May 2010

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Prada Handbags vs. Gucci Handbags

There is a popular saying that goes variety is the spice of life. And when it comes to collecting luxury designer accessories, this is definitely the case. Every discerning fashionista out there will be familiar with designer merchandise from fashion houses like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Balenciaga, Fendi, Burberry and Chloe to mention but a few. When it comes to collecting or buying designer handbags, most ladies will be quite happy with a range of Gucci Pelham handbags, Louis Vuitton Daimler bags, Fendi Spy handbags plus other designer handbags in their wardrobe.

However, there is a small (and I could be wrong on this) minority of ladies who are very loyal to a certain brand. The way some football fans loyally support their home team and religiously follow and consume every news and merchandise associated with their team is the same way some ladies are loyal to a particular designer name. There are two designer brands that attract this type of religious following. They are Gucci handbags and Prada handbags.

Some ladies who love Gucci handbags will never be caught dead with another designer handbag while the same can be said in equal measure for ladies who love Prada purses. So what makes these designer bags so unique? Well below are the main reasons why either camp love their designer bags.

Gucci Handbags

Below are 3 reasons things that make Gucci handbags unique.

1. Gucci makes iconic bags that stand the test of time. If you do some research on the Gucci Jackie O bag, you will discover it is a bag that has been around for many decades but has been reincarnated into various designs over the years.
2. Nothing beats the unforgettable Gucci logo that is recognizable in any fashion street in the world and is a statement of style and sophistication.
3. Authentic Gucci handbags can be expensive and indicate a certain class in the person carrying them.

Prada Handbags

Below are the reasons why some exclusively have a massive collection of Prada handbags

1. There is an understated elegance about Prada handbags that does not scream look at me but still oozes style and beauty.
2. While other designers like Fendi and Gucci have many imitation copies out in the market that would cause you to wonder if they are really authentic, the same cannot be said about Prada bags. Not to say that there are no Prada imitations out there but they are just not on the scale of Gucci and Fendi.
3. You do not have to disappear into a cave like a polar bear and save your every last dime for what may seem like an eternity to purchase a Prada bag. An authentic Prada bag is not as expensive as some other designer brands but you are still assured you are getting an item that will get heads turning in your direction.

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Disney Movie

Hidden Sexual Innuendo In Disney Movies

Mischievous Disney Animators or Urban Legend?

Reported incidents of hidden sexual innuendo in disney movies have given birth to a large number of urban legends concerning Disney’s animated feature films. Documented incidents and complaints have been rampantly scrutinized in every corner of the World Wide Web, as well as in many print publications that dominate the parenting and religious marketplace. While it seems that Disney has been able to explain away the questionable content in the majority of the scenes in question, a few remain a little ambiguous.

Those crying foul point to numerous video images and audio clips that they believe are the product of Disney animators and engineers. Enraged parents, like Janet Gilmer of Washington County, Arkansas, have accused Disney of knowingly leaving these sexual indiscretions in films for years. Gilmer filed suit against The Walt Disney Company in the early 90’s, but she dropped the case soon after.

hidden sexual innuendo in disney movies

As Disney tries to answer questions and offer explanations about the inclusion of sexual imagery and dialogue in popular films such as The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, and The Lion King, it is important to remember that they have encountered this problem before. The  1977 release of The Rescuers contained two frames that clearly showed a topless woman in the background of a particular scene. Disney recalled nearly 3.5 million copies of the home video offering an apology and a “promise to families that we can trust and rely on the Disney brand to provide the finest in family entertainment” (Mikkelson).

In this case, Disney admitted that someone had slipped the images into the final release copy and came forward with the admission when they discovered the problem in house. Disney caught the problem before the activist groups or the media and promptly addressed the situation by issuing the recall.

Why, if they were willing to admit their foible in The Rescuers, are so many unwilling to believe the seemingly innocent explanations that they offer for incidents in their other films? It seems that Disney’s explanations are insufficient. In the home video release of The Lion King, there is a scene where a swirl of dust goes up into the night sky and appears to spell out the word SEX. Disney claims that the word is actually SFX, a common abbreviation for “special effects”. In another instance, this one from The Little Mermaid, complaints erupted over a scene in which a priest appeared to have an erection. Again, Disney was able to pull the frame-by-frame stills from the film and show that what they were seeing was the priest’s knee.

In spite of Disney’s relentless refutations of wrongdoing, the accusations continue to pour in. Complaints about dolls, video games and other products based on Disney characters seem to draw an unusual amount of scrutiny from many conservative parenting groups. While accusations of witch hunting have never passed from the lips of The Walt Disney Company, there must be someone out there taking the time to take things apart and go through them frame-by-frame and syllable-by-syllable in order to find these supposed indiscretions.

Cited:  Mikkelson, Barbara. "The Rescuers." Urban Legend Reference Pages. 2 Feb. 2007. http://snopes.com/disney/films/rescuers.html.


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