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Well first I want to say sorry for the long delay in posting. its been somewhat of a crazy summer and fall these past few months. Mom and dad have been a little busy dealing with my pretty serious health issues. Well at least that’s the way I understand it. Or more like what mommy has told others that I happen to over here. Let me start at the beginning.

In May, my family noticed a bump on my leg. Seemed fine to me but apparently it was a little more than a little bump. My mom took me to the vet a few days after she noticed it and the Doctor thought it was nothing more then a fatty tissue that probably should be removed in the next few months. nothing of any major urgency but something to be addressed. So my mom scheduled the surgery for a few weeks later and home we went.

The next 2 weeks the bump that was suppose to not get any bigger was suddenly huge. I’m talking gumball size. Not a little gumball  but one of those big jumbo gumballs. So back to the vet I went and the doctor immediately said lets remove it today. Better to be safe then sorry and have it pop. Well needless to say my eyeballs felt like popping out of my head. I was like “whoa, wait a second, do I get a say in this? Like remove it now, today, this very second?”

So off mom went and they took me back to prep for surgery. Mom gave me lots of kisses (which I love my moms kisses) and promised she would be here when I wake up. And just like that I was awake and ready to go home. A leg full of stitches and a cone of shame on my head but all I knew was mom was where she said she would be. Waiting right there for me. We arrived home and I was greeted by the rest of the family who dished out lots more kisses and love. I was living it up. Big bump was gone and I was on my way to getting better to run after my ball in the yard.

Then I heard mom say to my sister she would be away for the weekend at a soccer tournament. Normally that meant I was headed to my favorite place BEST FRIENDS FUREVER DOGGIE DAYCARE. But not this weekend. I had to stay home with my sister because of this stupid surgery and stitches. At this point I was beyond angry. Now I am stuck at home with my sister, mom is leaving me, I have stitches and a sore leg and a cone on my head. Life is not going how I Hoped. But I was not down yet. I had a few tricks up my sleeve, or behind my cone. lol I managed to very quietly and sneaky get that stupid cone off my head and I licked those stitches until there was no more. That cone was not holding me back. That’s fur sure. get it, fur sure. lol

Needless to say, that was an epic fail. Sis woke up and was frantic. My wound was open, stitches gone and mom was 3 hrs away. Someone was going to be in trouble. All the puppy dog eyes in the world would not save the trouble I was going to be in when mommy got home. Well when she finally walked in the house 11 pm that night after a long soccer weekend and a 4 hr drive thanks to traffic, I knew by the look on her face I did something bad. Being that I am a dog and can’t say I am sorry, I was left with putting my head down and peeking out through those puppy dog eyes. Mom did raise her voice but I know it was out of love and for my own good. I knew she was going to have to take me back to the vet the next day to get new stitches in.

Over the next few weeks, I was re-stitched, put on medicine, had to wear the cone of shame for almost 4 weeks until my leg healed and was  just miserable. Then if matters were not bad enough, my family left me for a cruise they had planned for over a year. It was the longest 9 days of my life. I was able to stay at my favorite place but because I was injured and had a cone I couldn’t do all the fun things I normally did there. So needless to say, it went from bad to worse. After all of that, mom returned from her vacay and I was sooooo happy to see her. We went back to the vet to get stitches out and the dr delivered the unbelievable news. What seem to be a positive day suddenly turned into the worst news ever. My biopsy came back and my big bump turned out to be Cancerous. Now to me and all my dog friends that really doesn’t mean a lot, but to my mom and dad and all my human friends, apparently that’s the worst word humanly possible. I could tell my mom wanted to cry her eyes out but she needed to be strong for me and my human brother Brandon. The Dr was super caring in delivering the news and felt pretty positive that we could fix this situation but we needed to go see another doctor. An Oncologist who specializes in cancer.

Mom took me home and gave me so much love that night I felt like the luckiest dog ever. Lots of hugs and belly rubs came my way. How can I Be upset with all these belly rubs. Cancer meant nothing to me, but I was living it up right now. The next few weeks we spent going back and forth to the beach. My second favorite place. Then the time came to go visit this new doctor. This so-called Oncologist I keep hearing about. So off we went and I was feeling positive. So was mom and my brother who decided to tag along. I was excited to hop in the truck and spend some time with my mom no matter where we were headed.

So we go in and meet the new doctor. He talked a lot and examined me. I am think everything is going great. Give me some medicine and I am out of here. Nope, not the case. No medicine at all but instead some more bad news. I mean seriously, how much can one 3-year-old dog stand to hear in one month. Well the doctor delivered the even more dreaded news. The cancer was a high-grade soft tissue sarcoma. Now what does that all mean. Well not a whole heavenly lot to me and my doggy friends, but to my humans, it meant something awful. I saw my brothers eyes fill up and I could tell by my moms voice and her face that she was about to bawl her eyes out. The dr explained the best option for a longer life expectency would be to do radiation and then followed up with Chemotherapy. I couldn’t  imagine what that consisted of but the names alone sounded scary. There was no hesitation in my moms decision to do whatever we could to save my life. There was no well I’ll have to think about it or anything like that. Simply put, Mom said we will do whatever is needed. I love my mom, she does whatever is needed to give all of us the best life.

I ended up hanging out with all the super sweet nurses at the oncology place for the day and had all these tests done. I was ok with it because everyone loved me. They kept giving me belly rubs and hugs and kisses. I thought boy I really am liking this Cancer thing. I could get use to this. (That’s only because I am not real sure what cancer is. Sounds like candy. lol) Over the next few weeks, between beach time and follow ups, my mom finally found a place that does these Radiation treatments. Of course there was no place in the state of Maryland that does them which is sad. Without them, I wouldn’t make it but a few months. Why would a state as big as Maryland with lots of dog friends not have a place to save our lives. I just don’t understand. So my mom found a place in Virginia. It’s a 2 hr drive 1 way but its the best shot we got so mom set up the consult and off we went. we met with the dr who was super nice. I’ve been really lucky to have all these nice people taking such good care of me. Mom set up the treatments and on Sept 10 we began 18 long treatments of Radiation. Everyday for 3 1/2 weeks. We would have to leave at 5:30 am to begin our long journey. Mom and dad spent 5 hrs everyday giving me the best option to live a few extra years. They never gave up on me. They didn’t abandon me and they put their lives on hold so I could get the best care ever. I couldn’t thank mommy and daddy enough and I will do my best to provide lots of unconditional love to them.

Over those 18 days, my legs were shaved to make room for the IV’s and the area to be radiated. I was unable to get a bath for the past 4 weeks and apparently will not be able to for another 4 weeks. I had to take medicine 2 times a day and will continue for the next several weeks and I unhappily have to wear a cone which will continue for the next several weeks until I m all healed up. I have been poked with needles for blood work and have not been able to visit all my doggie friends at Best Friends Furever, but I am doing great otherwise. I was a little sleepy on the long rides but other than that I handled it like a champ. I will have a follow-up in 2 weeks and then begin Chemo in a few weeks. I will be so glad when all this is over and I am back to my old self. I am much to young to have anything holding me back and I will be forever grateful to my family for giving me the extended time they have and whatever time God shines my way. I leave the rest of my journey and fate in his hands and I know whatever lies ahead that I will have the best family ever beside me. To all my human friends, please know that your fur babies are here to provide you with unconditional love. All that we expect is some belly rubs and kisses. Nothing more than that. For all my doggie friends, If you here your humans talk about Cancer, Don’t feel sad. Don’t count your days down. Stand on all 4’s or whatever you have and know that you are about to receive endless amounts of belly rubs, doggie kisses and big bear hugs. Milk it for all you can but don’t take life for granted. Just enjoy every day you have with your human friends and family. They are your best hope for survival. IMG_4286IMG_4060.jpg

5 Dog Supplements You Must Know About

There are so many supplements for dogs out there, but which dog supplements does your furry friend truly need? A vet weighs in with the top dog supplements and some advice.
Dr. Ernie Ward | Mar 20th 2018

1. Omega-3 fatty acids

The first supplement I recommend for any dog, cat or person is an omega-3 fatty acid supplement. The omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA have been recognized as powerful brain fuels for nearly a hundred years. The best sources of DHA/EPA for dogs are oils from fish and algae. Omega-3 supplements may potentially improve learning and preserve memory and cognition, aid eyesight and the nervous system and combat harmful inflammation.
DHA/EPA is a dog supplement that’s also helpful in treating arthritis, allergies and many skin conditions. Pets fed dry commercial diets rich in omega-6 fatty acids benefit from daily omega-3 supplements. Adding DHA/EPA to your dog’s diet helps restore a healthier balance of omega-6 to omega-3. Dosage may vary widely and depends on the dog’s age, weight, diet and medical condition. I typically use pet omega-3 formulations and avoid supplements with added Vitamin D.
2. Glucosamine
Dog glucosamine products are everywhere: Television advertisements boast miraculous claims, pet store shelves overflow with choices, and social media stories are abundant. But where there’s hype and hope, there’s also hoax. How can you tell the difference? I’ve been an advocate of glucosamine for decades, but I’ve become increasingly wary of some of the products.
One of the first things I look for when choosing dog supplements is the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) seal. NASC was established in 2002 to ensure quality and reduce risk for animal nutraceuticals. Next, is the company reputable and trustworthy? Can I speak to someone about ingredient sources, research and quality control? Finally, is there evidence to support usage? Veterinary formulations of glucosamine have been well-researched and have earned my trust. Talk with your veterinarian about the best glucosamine supplement for your dog.
3. Probiotics
I attended a special nutritional conference focused on probiotic research for humans and dogs last summer. A team of Harvard scientists impressed the audience with multiple studies proving probiotics’ positive health impacts in humans and animals. Improved digestive health, enhanced immunity and preventing many diseases were just a few of the potential benefits.
I left feeling validated and committed to promoting probiotics for my pet patients, especially those being boarded, stressed, undergoing anesthesia or with GI problems. I advise using a veterinary formulation or whole food probiotic containing at least one billion CFUs (colony forming units) daily.
4. S-Adenosylmethionine
SAMe, an anti-inflammatory supplement, is used primarily in dogs with liver disease, cognitive decline and arthritis. In humans, SAMe is also used to improve mood and combat depression and Alzheimer’s, and some veterinarians use it in certain behavioral conditions. I recommend SAMe for older pets with declining mental function, liver problems, toxin exposure and as part of my arthritis treatment. I only use special veterinary formulations proven to be properly absorbed. These products have a special coating that prevents stomach acid breakdown.
5. L-carnitine
I’ve recommended carnitine to my canine patients for years as an aid in weight loss, heart disease and to support brain function in older pets. (I also take it.) Dosing can range from 100 milligrams to 2 grams per day, based on the dog’s individual needs. Before I prescribe it, I always check for hypothyroidism, due to carnitine’s potential to impair thyroid hormone function. When treating obesity or heart disease, I often combine with omega-3, coenzyme Q10 and taurine.
Other dog supplements to know
These are only a few of the most common dog supplements your veterinarian may recommend. I’d also add turmeric, B vitamins, medicinal mushrooms, MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) … the list can grow. My best advice is to talk with your veterinarian, determine your pet’s needs, and focus on a few supplements that make the most sense for your dog. Look for the NASC seal, ask for peer-reviewed studies, and investigate the manufacturer. What you choose to feed — and supplement — is the most important health decision you make for your dog each day.
Don’t overdo it when it comes to dog supplements

Thumbnail: Photography by Holly Hildreth Photography.
Dr. Ernie Ward is an internationally recognized veterinarian known for his innovations in general small-animal practice, long-term medication monitoring, special needs of senior dogs and cats and pet obesity. He has authored three books and has been a frequent guest on numerous TV programs.

14 Ways to Deal With Muddy and Dirty Paws

How do you handle the dirty paws and muddy paws that come along with winter’s final snow and ice storms and spring showers? Check out our tips!

Here are a few tips we can all use to help combat dirty paws during the winter to spring transition:

1. Restrict access to muddy places.Dog-paws-and-human-rain-boots-in-mud.jpg

Cut back on dirty paws by stopping your pup from digging in the yard and fencing off any areas that can get muddy, like flower beds.

2. Make a wash station.

Inside the door of your entry area, keep a big, washable rug and a basket of dog towels. For wet days, you may want to add a hair dryer.

3. Keep wipes in the car.

Cleaning dirty paws in the car not only makes getting into the house easier, but it also helps keep your car clean.

4. Condition your dog to foot touching.

Not all pups like their feet touched. Until he’s familiar with getting wiped down, take it slow, and use lots of encouragement and treats.

5. Shampoo and moisturize those dirty paws.

Because you’ll be wiping your dog’s paws at least once a day, use a gentle soap. Try dry shampoo or one that’s used for show dogs and safe to be used daily. Finish off with a paw conditioner or moisturizer.

6. Get some dog booties.

The right “shoes” can help keep your pup from bringing in dirt and mud. Choose booties meant for the type of outdoor activity your pup is doing, and take it slow at first. Use positive reinforcement to make it a good experience.

7. Try indoor socks.

Get your dog the equivalent of bedroom slippers. This is especially helpful on laminate floors that tend to pick up paw prints easily.

8. Keep things trimmed.

Don’t just trim your dog’s nails. Keep an eye out for any hair poking out between the pads. Trimming that back will not only make any cleaning effort easier but will cut down on the amount of dirt that your pup picks up.

9. Do some basic training.

Teaching your dog the “sit, stay” cue will help a lot! He may have the urge to run through your living room and expensive rugs, but a well-trained pup will stay put when told. “Walk around” or “go in a circle” commands can help get your dog to dry off his own paws on your entry mat.

10. Meet microfiber.

There is such a thing as a paw-cleaning mitt! Google it! This glove is usually covered with microfiber material that grabs onto the dirt or mud and is easy to wash. Simple microfiber cloths work, too.

11. Let floor covers do the work for you.

Put an absorbent mat outside the door, and add a runner inside that your dog must walk on. This should help brush off dirt and help dry paws.

12. Protect those paws.

Put natural dog wax products on your pup’s paws before you head outside. The wax barrier will help keep dirt and mud from getting too deep into the fur and sides of the paw pads.

13. Save your furniture.

A cover on your sofa and other furniture that you can easily take off and wash can help if your dog enjoys lying on them and rubbing his dirty feet all over the place.

14. Be careful of salt/sand.

Material like salt or sand that is used on snow and ice can be trouble. Wipe all this off your dog’s dirty paws as soon as possible. Not only will it keep your dog from ingesting it when he licks his feet, it also keeps that abrasive material off your floors.

Cleaning tips for dirty or muddy paw prints:

  1. For small areas of grout, try using the eraser of a No. 2 pencil.
  2. For tougher grout stains, use special grout cleaning products or a paste made of baking soda and water. Apply with a tooth- brush or grout cleaning brush.
  3. Sweep any hard surface before you mop.
  4. Daily mopping with warm water should work for most paw prints.
  5. If you do use a cleaning solution or vinegar on your floor, go over once more with plain water and a dry mop to finish.
  6. On carpet, let the mud dry to make cleaning easier.
  7. Dry mud on carpet should be vacuumed up slowly first. Hit the mud at all angles, and take your time.
  8. When doing your final cleanup on carpet, blot, don’t rub, so you don’t harm the fibers.
  9. Remove tracked-in water from flooring as soon as possible.

New Super Cool Pet Products

Sauder Pet Coffee Table. Incorporating pet furniture into a modern design scheme is something we love featuring, and this coffee table and dog bed hybrid does exactly that. Constructed from beech veneer wood with an attractive espresso finish, this coffee table would gel with most modern interior design schemes and at the same time provide a safe, space-saving place for your dog to sleep. And it also gives you a place to keep your feet warm!

Petchup – Condiments that are Supplements for Your Dog – Dog Ketchup, Mayonaise, Mustard and BBQ Sauce

I’m Gismo – Ergonomic and Modular Leash Handle

‘I’m Gismo’ by Dog Gone Smart Pet Products is an innovative dog walking accessory with connectable add-ons including a flashlight and a clicker training set. The ergonomic soft silicone handle eases discomfort associated with holding a standard dog leash and even allows two dogs to be walked using one handle via a unique carabiner system. I’m Gismo is available in four different colors and comes with a poop bag dispenser accessory and standard carabiner for walking a single dog weighing up to 85lbs

Woofstick – Innovative Dog Toy Provides Exercise, Interaction and Outdoors Fun

Are you looking for a new way to exercise and challenge your dog? The Woofstick is designed to give your dog a great workout that he will enjoy without completely wearing him out. You can insert a treat into the bone that dangles from a wand, which will encourage your dog to jump and pounce as you move the toy around. In addition to providing your pooch with a fun way to exercise, the Woofstick can also be used as a training tool. It even comes with a collapsible water bowl so that your pet stays well hydrated during each enjoyable session.


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Western religions have some peculiarities, it seems to me.  They believe is a separate monotheistic God who created mankind for companionship with Himself.   They believe this God is love, infinite, omniscient, omnipotent and omnipresent.   Man, however, was supposedly given freewill and wasted little time in running amuck with it.

If we are to accept the Biblical version, God creates man.  Then in the interest of providing companionship for this newly created, He creates woman.  They are placed in a beautiful garden of paradise with complete freedom with one major exception, they are not to eat the fruit of one particular tree.  Of course, they soon failed which meant they were now unfit companions for God and were booted out or paradise and into a world where only by sweat, toil and suffering could they survive.

Now, even though the first two creations failed miserably and are subjected to continuous hardship, God now steps up production and begins profusely creating more to populate the entire planet with all of the newly created suffering the same fate of hardship as the first two.  Furthermore, now all of God’s creation is condemned to hell because they are all incapable of living sinless or meeting His standard.  However, God provides a remedy for man and man is free to accept or reject it.

Now, the above, it seems to me present us with a whole bunch of interesting questions which I wish to offer for the readers consideration.

The Bible teaches that man has been a major disappointment and source of frustration to God.  In other words a big pain in the butt to the Almighty.  Now, if God is an all knowing and perfect being why on earth (pun) would He create disappointment for Himself.  Did God one day decide, gee whiz, I’m bored, I think I need a little frustration in my life?  I know, I’ll create some stubborn cantankerous rascals and call them man and woman.  Man will think he knows it all and woman will continuously prove him wrong.  Man will think he is invincible and woman will seduce him and wrap him around her little finger.  Now, that should keep me entertained.

As mentioned above, God is condemning everyone He creates, either because He is passing the guilt of the original failure on all the rest or because all the rest is incapable of living sinless anyway.  Either way, all are condemned.  The obvious question, of course, is why did God put a tree there that would lead to their failure in the first place?  The standard religious answer is that it was necessary for them to have free choice otherwise they would be nothing but robots.  This would imply then that God is not omniscient after all.  If He had known there would have been no need for the test and he could have saved not only Himself a lot of disappointment but the man and woman from all the embarrassment and needless suffering.  Furthermore, if God was looking for companionship and did not know and was surprised and disappointed why would He respond by creating billions more to suffer likewise?

If, even at this point in the creation story, God can see quite well, omniscient or not, that the vast majority are failing the test and failing to even accept His remedy, why then, continue to create sentient beings for eternal punishment?  This simply is not consistent with either wisdom or love it seems to me.

The old argument that God must give man free will to insure that man is complete and not a simple robot just does not hold water.  In trying to absolve God of the horrors of condemnation, religions have devised all sorts of conventions.   They say, God simply gave man free will and if man goes to hell, man sends himself there, not God.  But that is very shallow reasoning and a total distortion of freedom.  Man is given two choices.  Do this or be damned to hell.  That is the same kind of freedom a jealous husband gives his wife when he says, love me and I’ll share my millions or reject me and I’ll stab you in your sleep.  Another example being the thief with gun in hand saying hand over your wallet or take a bullet to the chest.  Such is not freedom but coercion, plain and simple.

Furthermore, we are taught that man is incapable of living sinless, so who’s fault is sin?  Is man guilty of that which is beyond his control to avoid?  Must man ask his creator for forgiveness for the way he was created?

If God is love, would love  rule by fear?  Yet, is that not precisely what evangelism is doing when they travel all over trying to save people’s souls by pounding their fist with one hand, waving the book with other and shouting, be saved or be damned?  Would love be gratified by people coming into the fold out of fear?  Would a God of love employ such tactics?

There are very reasonable answers to all of this but too lengthy for this article but will follow soon.
Oh, and it’s not to be found in Western religion.

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This is an interactive version of the Evaluations of Male Attractiveness Scale.

Introduction: People have preferences for the type of person they are attracted to based on looks. The EMAS measures individual differences in preferences for the looks of men.

Procedure: The test consists of seventy pairs of photographs of people, for each pair you must choose which is the most attractive and by how much.


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Residents as Teachers

UBC unveils a new initiative to support medical residents to become effective teachers.

Heather and Student

Heather O’Donnell, a fifth-year ophthalmology resident, supports UBC medical student Rahana Harjee with her first corneal stitch at Vancouver General Hospital’s Eye Care Centre.

Rahana Harjee, a second-year UBC medical student, clasps the micro-needle driver in one hand, while carefully suturing a laceration in a porcine cornea.

It’s Harjee’s first time in the Research Wet Lab of Vancouver General Hospital’s Eye Care Centre. It’s also the first corneal stich of her medical career.

“Great work,” says Heather O’Donnell, a fifth-year ophthalmology resident, observing Harjee’s thoughtful moves.

“You’re going to try and get the tip of needle into the corneal wound and then you’re going to pass it through the wound and come out the other side. And you’re going to do that using just the rotation of your wrist,” she coaches.For Dr. O’Donnell, mentoring medical students, like Harjee, has become an integral part of her residency — almost since day one.

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Dr. O’Donnell instructs medical students at VGH’s Eye Care Centre.

“Teaching is a big part of residency,” admits Dr. O’Donnell, reflecting back on earlier days as a junior resident conducting orientation sessions for medical students. Today, now that she’s in her final year of training, Dr. O’Donnell’s teaching responsibilities have only expanded. On any given day, she can be found educating medical students in the operating room, mentoring junior residents in the wet lab, or offering more traditional, didactic instruction at academic and ground rounds. Altogether, Dr. O’Donnell estimates she’s logged close to 200 hours of teaching over the past year alone.

And while teaching is part and parcel of postgraduate medical education, until now, learning ‘how to teach’ hasn’t been part of the formal curriculum for residents.

But that’s about to change because, starting this year, UBC’s Office of Faculty Development and Postgraduate Medical Education have launched a new initiative to support residents to become effective teachers.

The postgraduate-wide program, known as Residents as Teachers, or RaT, will help residency programs implement a new curriculum set to address core teaching competencies over the course of a resident’s training.

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Erica Amari, Program Manager with the Office of Faculty Development.

“We recognize that there’s a growing need to support residents to become effective teachers,” says Erica Amari, Program Manager with the Office of Faculty Development, who is overseeing the implementation and management of the new program. “Ultimately, we want residency programs to move away from ad-hoc instruction, and towards a standardized model, where residents are provided with the tools they need to succeed as teachers, and are evaluated on their performance so they can improve their teaching skills over time,” she says.

According to Henry Broekhuyse, Director of UBC’s Orthopaedic Residency Program and faculty lead on the Residents as Teachers initiative, there are a number of important benefits to rolling out a PGME-wide teaching curriculum for residents.

“Firstly, the RaT initiative will offer our residency programs additional expertise and resources to develop and deliver the teaching curriculum,” says Dr. Broekhuyse. “Also, as residents provide a significant amount of clinical teaching to UBC medical students and their junior peers, this program will ensure all of our residents are well prepared, and feel confident serving in their roles as teachers.”

Just over six months after being unveiled, the RaT program is already gaining interest from postgraduate medical education programs, with many residents, like Dr. O’Donnell, hopping on board

“I think the RaT program is a brilliant way to address the existing gap,” says Dr. O’Donnell, who’s looking to work with her fellow residents and program director to weave the new curriculum into the existing five-year Ophthalmology Residency Program. “While residents are given guidelines and support through their individual programs, until now, there hasn’t been a program-wide and formal teaching curriculum.”

The new RaT curriculum — co-developed by the Office of Faculty Development and leaders in the medical education community — comes complete with instruction guides, speaker notes, interactive training materials, and handouts.

“Every residency program will have a unique approach to rolling out the new curriculum, and we encourage programs to tailor the teaching materials to ensure they’re relevant for their learners,” says Amari, noting that the Office of Faculty Development is available to support residency programs every step of the way.

For Roger Wong, Associate Dean of Postgraduate Medical Education, training residents to become effective teachers is high on the list of priorities.

“Teaching is a skill that needs to be taught like any other,” says Dr. Wong, who helped spearhead the initiative with the Office of Faculty Development. “By implementing the new RaT curriculum, we’ll not only be equipping our residents with the skills they need to become effective teachers, but making sure residency programs are meeting accreditation requirements in the years to come.”

Meanwhile, some UBC residency programs, like Surgical Foundations and Emergency Medicine, are ahead of the curve, having already implemented resident teaching programs for their residents.

“Teaching is a large part of what we do as physicians, but we rarely get taught ‘how to teach’,” says Brian Chung, who has served as the Program Director of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program for nearly two decades.

In 2011, recognizing the curricular gap, Dr. Chung launched a four-week rotation, known as Medical Education for Residents in Training (or MERIT), dedicated to training senior Emergency Medicine residents ‘how to teach.’

Today, through a mixture of class-room lectures and direct experience in the Emergency Department, residents are trained how to teach everything from procedure skills to clinical reasoning at the bedside.

In addition to helping the residents, Dr. Chung acknowledges that MERIT has also become an important development opportunity for faculty, many of whom have played an active role designing and teaching the curriculum.

Next year, as programs begin to implement the RaT curriculum, resident support will play an essential role.

Fortunately, as is the case of the Ophthalmology program, residents, like O’Donnell, are not only keen to support the initiative, but looking to help drive the change.

“I am certain that, as I make the jump between fifth-year residency and head into practice, maintaining involvement in training both medical students and residents is going to be an important part of the transition,” says Dr. O’Donnell, who will be wrapping up her residency this summer.

“Whether it’s educating our fellow colleagues through continuing medical education paths, or training medical students and residents who come after us, teaching is part of our responsibility as physicians,” she adds.

Find out more about UBC’s Residents as Teachers initiative and learn about upcoming facilitator workshops by visiting the Office of Faculty Development’s website

Article written by: Kerry Blackadar


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As there are so many pictures we have split the Galleries into two areas:
OBLE - pictures related to Optical Busstop and performance - these galleries are the ones that are shown here by default.
General galleries for the site - this covers pictures as diverse as parties, the big hair footballteam, Music Hall people and whatever else people have sent in
Click on a title above to go to the particular gallery.

A group of young people hanging out at the Parish Church Graveyard, Bolton

The group consensus is that the picture was taken in summer 1971 by Henry Heap. At the back is Pete Dunleavy and Julia

Middle row: Mick Openshaw, Paul Blackburn, Johnny Kirman, John Hayes

Front row (kind of): Brenda Clitheroe who ran off to the circus (see below), Lesley Hayes (with Rebecca), Hillary Robinson (with a baby Emma), Les Smith and Dot.

Brenda says, "I got the job through the Bernard Wooly agency. They told me it was a with a travelling circus with snakes, but it turned out to be a job in a travelling fair. I sat in a pen in a bikini with plastic flower, palm trees, and two real, 5 foot long crocodiles. 'Big Ear' and 'Onion' were their names. The fair started off in London before travelling up the country. My friend Cath and I got bored and left after 6 weeks. Cath was Frankenstein's Bride, she lay in a coffin wearing a white-lace cat-suit and veil, as a mechanical Frankenstein kept popping up behind her."


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Here is a look at the equipment you’ll need when you see pediatric patients.

I’ll never forget the young boy who made my staff cry—for a good reason, that is. The patient was about 4 years old at the time, and his exam revealed significant hyperopia. He was shy and quiet and had difficulty interacting with others, which I suspect was related to his vision problems. He would not look people in the eye and always looked down. When he put on his first pair of glasses, he looked at his mother and told her how beautiful she was. My entire staff was in tears with that comment—along with the mom.
Experiences such as this are among the reasons I love examining children. Of course, examining children also can be challenging when you consider such issues as evaluating visual acuity, especially very young children, and dealing with their increased activity levels, decreased attention span and smaller physical size.

Setting up your practice for children begins in the reception space. There should be a small, dedicated area for children, with small chairs and tables, toys and some form of video entertainment.

After that, you’ll need to determine what equipment you’ll need. Then you can address the challenges and rewards of examining children in these four age groups: infants (ages 6 to 12 months), toddlers (ages 1 to 4 years), preschool to primary school (ages 5 to 8), and elementary and high school (ages 9 to teens).

You don’t need much extra equipment or modifications to an exam room. You’ll already have the basic diagnostic equipment: retinoscope, trial lenses, transilluminator or penlight, and a binocular indirect or direct ophthalmoscope. You’ll also need one or two small toys to get the infant’s attention, or you can use a toy that the parents bring.

One additional note: Don’t forget to register as an InfantSEE provider. InfantSEE, the public health program managed by Optometry’s Charity—The AOA Foundation, provides a one-time, comprehensive eye assessment to infants at no cost to families.

The challenges: You have to be quick. Because this is essentially a screening examination, retinoscopy is critical for detecting significant amounts of anisometropia, hyperopia, astigmatism and myopia. Central steady, and fix and follow findings in each eye will be adequate for measuring visual acuity. Pay close attention to determine unequal responses between the eyes.

Dilating drops will sting upon instillation, and 20 to 30 minutes are needed for the patient to dilate. Then, you must be quick (and occasionally a little forceful) so that the infant will keep his or her eyes open long enough to get an adequate view of the fundus.

The rewards: The biggest reward is being able to tell most parents that their child is fine and that you recommend another examination when he or she is 3 years old. Should you find a significant visual issue, the reward is that you found it at a young age, when it is potentially treatable.

A handheld tonometer, such as the ic100 from iCare USA, can be helpful when examining children.

Toddlers are the most challenging age group of all. Besides your standard equipment, you’ll need toys, age-appropriate eye charts such as HOTV, which are available from several distributors, and videos. Some older toddlers can do well with an autorefractor as well as iCare USA’s ic100 tonometer when in the hands of an experienced technician.

Handheld slit lamps are useful. Or, you could go with a less expensive option, such as the old standby, namely the Burton slit lamp.

The challenges: Once again, “quick” is the operative word. Infants do not move; toddlers do. Some need to sit on a parent’s lap, while others can sit on their own.

In my office, an EPIC-5100 refraction workstation from Marco has proven useful with any child physically mature enough to sit in the patient chair. I have found that many 3-year-olds can be examined at this workstation. The ease of raising and lowering the table and phoropter to adjust for the height of the patient minimizes the risk of the child falling from a chair that is raised too high.

The rewards: As with infants, the reward here is being able to reassure parents that their child is fine and should return at age 5. If you find a significant visual issue, the reward is doing so while it can be treated and managed.

For the preschool through primary school age group, your standard acuity charts should be sufficient. Toys and videos are great, too.

You can use your autorefractor on most children this age. If you suspect that the refraction is questionable, you can perform a repeat autorefraction after dilation to double check your findings.
The challenges: There are fewer technical challenges with older children. However, there can be more diagnostic issues involving children wanting glasses, not wanting glasses and/or problems in school. Depending on your inclination, you can conduct more binocular vision and visual efficiency testing. If you look for these issues but are not sufficiently prepared to treat them, try to develop a good working relationship with a colleague who does.
The rewards: Detecting problems when a child is young can spare them so many problems related to vision disorders later, giving them the confidence to go forth and succeed.

Elementary and High School
For the older child and teen, nothing extra in the way of equipment is needed. I would recommend tolerance and patience. These patients can be lots of fun once you to get to know them.

The challenges: Sometimes the challenge here is the parent, not the child. Try to remember that the child is your patient, not the parent. This is the age at which patients become interested in contact lenses. The challenge here is determining who is a good candidate for contact lenses.

The rewards: These patients can be fun and lively. And, this age group is the most rewarding when being fit with contact lenses.

For most eyecare practitioners, there are surprisingly few modifications in equipment needed to examine children. If you wish to examine children without specializing in pediatrics, you’ll need only a few extra tools, such as appropriate visual acuity targets, some small toys and videos to keep their attention, a handheld tonometer, a Burton lamp or portable slit lamp, and a lot of patience.

If you see any handicapped patients, some of the handheld and/or portable instruments will work well also. If you keep these items together in a drawer or cabinet then they will be available as needed. OO

Mary Lou French, OD, MEd, FAAO, is in private practice and is the owner of Children’s Eyecare, P.C. in Orland Park, IL.

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I am grateful for their support and hope you might relax your whip requiring them to stay away on Friday and instead allow them to attend and back the Bill.

Sheryl Murray, the excellent MP for South East Cornwall, has produced campaign badges that can be worn by supporters of the Bill. I am afraid though that the Mail on Sunday article did not identify who in your shadow cabinet supports and who does not. I enclose 14 badges with this letter, enough for half of the Shadow Cabinet, with one extra for you to wear should you decide to lead on this issue rather than running away from it! It might help you to put the accusations of weakness that have dogged your leadership behind you – I know this would be helpful.

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Nothing symbolizes domestic bliss like a family gathered around the dining table sharing a home-cooked meal. However, getting a tasty and nutritious meal on the table every night is a struggle for many busy families. Cooking from scratch is easier said than done when you’re juggling a busy schedule, but there are ways to make it easier. Keep a well-stocked kitchen with the help of Passanante’s Home Food Service, plan meals in advance as much as possible, and have a reliable list of go-to recipes you can make in a pinch!

Pasta Puttanesca

Pasta Puttanesca is a flavorsome dish requiring just a bit of chopping and throwing everything into one pan! Sauté garlic, anchovy and red pepper flakes in olive oil. Add diced tomatoes, water, and salt and bring to the boil. Reduce heat, add spaghetti, and simmer until cooked. The sauce will thicken and cling to the pasta. Mix in olives, capers, and fresh parsley — and serve! Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for five days and make a great cold lunch next day.

Roasted Chicken & Beets with Coconut Yogurt Dressing

This satisfying meal comes to together quickly with many ingredients you already have to hand. Roasted beets are the standout ingredient! They add sweetness while offering anti-inflammatory health benefits. On a baking tray, toss chicken thighs with olive oil, paprika, and cumin. Combine beets and olive oil on a separate tray — or add them to the chicken for simplicity. Roast at 425 F for about 30-35 minutes until tender. Meanwhile, cook the quinoa. Prepare the dressing by whisking coconut yogurt, lime juice, and cilantro together in a bowl. Plate up the meal and serve with lime wedges.

One-Pot Bean Chili

Not only is one-pot chili a popular meal, but using one pot means faster cleanup. Sauté onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Add chopped tomatoes, water, red lentils, corn, and black beans. Black beans are rich in magnesium which supports bone health, while corn boosts the immune system. Simmer for twenty minutes so flavors meld. Serve with brown rice (cook grains in large batches to serve throughout the week). Double the recipe and you’ll have enough for two-dinners worth. Store leftovers in the fridge, or freeze for one month.

Home-cooked meals shouldn’t be complicated — preparation and planning are key! Make sure your pantry is always stocked with staples like rice, quinoa, beans, and chopped tomatoes, and don’t forget to stay on top of your reorders so you’re never short on your family’s favorites!

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Dear Sushma Ji – Focus On The Issue Raised Not The Harsh Language, There Is Nowhere To Hide…

Honourable minister Sushma ji – you have many years in public service, you have served in the opposition and the government. As the EAM, you have for the most part (but NOT IN ALL cases) done provided incredible service to Indian world over. But…

But… people make mistakes and you may have made a big one in the Lucknow passport case –
Some of your biggest and most loyal supporters (whom the media likes to call “right wing” in a bad way) are very very angry at the favourable treatment and in total violation of your own ministry’s rules for issuance of a passport to a woman, who was hindu before marriage but converted to Islam after marriage. Then it was reported that the honest Lucknow based passport officer was punished by being shunted to Gorakhpur- for doing his job – and no prior investigation was conducted. So this makes honest government officials helpless and subject to a minister’s wishes? Those questioning you are asking – were these actions guided by your desire to be “secular” and win brownie points in the media or you feel it was fair decision? Finally, people are asking would you have done the same thing if the person / couple in question were hindus or of another religion?

We are the greatest democracy, and you are a honorable public official – people are going to challenge you. Any abuse towards anyone is unacceptable – but no amount of playing victimhood, and running from these core issues is going to make the question go away? If it is a mistake, what is wrong to admit it? An honest officer was punished – what happens to his family’s life – can that be fixed?

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What I love most about my country’s entire music scene is the amount of diversity and eloquence in the work of many groups trying to get their shine. But with what Pagan has been doing since their inception, it really hasn’t taken much for them to get everyone’s attention with their herculean, thought-provoking take on black metal, disco, and punk. But now, after two years of releasing a series of neck-breaking singles through their Bandcamp page, the Melburnian blackened rock ‘n’ roll quartet have significantly pushed themselves even further with their latest audible ritual known as ‘Black Wash‘.

The entirety of these thirty-eight minutes is full of savage, upbeat and formidable melodies that sounds a lot like a house party hosted by Satan if he invited Mayhem, Andrew W.K., Wayne and Garth from Wayne’s World, Darkthrone, and pretty much the whole A-list of the most brutal and craziest names out there. Although the dark, eerie opener Il Malocchio Si Apre gives off the impression that you’re about to meet your doom, Death Before Disco puts you in a completely different headspace. Here, Pagan give you a powerful dose of jaunty metal riffs that will make you wanna shake your groove thing and then turn the dancefloor into a mammoth of a moshpit.

A personal highlight – Silver is a number that comes across in a similar vibe to that of At The Drive-In and Rise Against while still reserving that dim and buoyant impression. The re-recording of Imitate Me comes in an even more hostile attitude while maintaining the groovy and inimical alternate picking and thrashy blackened blast-beating, and showcases a well-developed vocal delivery from Nikki Brumen’s guttural roars. Holy Water continues the fast-paced cycle with a handful of harmonic plucks on the high strings from Xavier Santilli, with the help of some enthusiastic snare-smashing from Matthew Marasco. Blood Moon takes a volatile and dreary turn on the record for the first minute of its progression, only to build up the vibrancy and momentum, and then bring back the dismal, crust-inspired assault on each of the member’s harmonic weapons of choice.

Soon after, Year of the Dog is accompanied by one hell of a banging bass line by bassist Dan Bonnici (who later throws his own vocals halfway through), some catchy and melodic power chords, and to top it all off, an organ-like synth towards the beginning and end of this song. The Greatest Love Songs hops into the purest of punk territory from Clowns to NOFX, and is later taken over by a re-recording of another fan-favourite single, Wine & Lace. ‘Black Wash’ caps it off with the rock ‘n’ roll attitude of Fluorescent Snakes, which lives in a similar nature as Silver and Imitate Me, before it is closed off by the doom ‘n’ gloom of Il Malocchio Si Chiude, which audibly sums up the entirety of ‘Black Wash’s aura.

It’s not just the versatility itself that makes ‘Black Wash’ such a whimsical product of rock and metal, but it’s the structure and assemblage of each of the tracks that take part in this LP. What Pagan has done here is collecting multiple genres in and out of heavy music that seem the oddest to pair up with. To be able to compile not just black metal and punk, but dance and party influences into the mix takes a lot of effort to perfect it. Though it’s not entirely in-your-face and completely transparent as opposed to a Mr. Bungle-like approach, the littlest insinuations aren’t that hard to pick up as each song goes by. The other noteworthy mention of ‘Black Wash’ is the fine work of producing and engineering by High Tension and YLVA guitarist, Mike Deslandes. The man is a remarkable and underrated name in the industry and is able to help the band get to where they want to sound, as well as introducing them to fresher and more stylistic methods that could make a certain composition sound better than it previously did before.

Seriously, there’s a lot to praise about this band and it’s hard to keep track of what there is to say about Pagan and ‘Black Wash’. Don’t get me wrong, there are a significant amount of artists that have brought that ‘all killer, no filler’ chic to the unveiling of their first album. But Pagan has succeeded in unleashing what sounds like one of the most perfect debut full-length albums in Australian heavy music history. How often does one come across an album that not only makes you wanna gyrate and headbang, but is enjoyable to the max all the way through? Seriously, someone give all of them – Nikki, Xavier, Dan, and Matt – a massive raise, because all four are beyond gifted.

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Amid “Roseanne” Fallout, USA Cancels “Trump”

Following ABC’s swift decision to cancel its hit series “Roseanne” in the wake of a firestorm over racist Tweets by the show’s star, Roseanne Barr – USA moved quickly to stop production on “Trump”, the absurdist political tragi-comedy which launched to mixed reviews in the Fall of 2016.

roseanne-2018-tv-show-cast-episodes-wikiUnlike “Roseanne” — which drew 18.2 million viewers for its debut in March 2018 and established itself as ABC’s highest-rated and most watched new series of the 2017-18 season – “Trump” had suffered from historically poor ratings from the outset.

GettyImages-491877616.0.0Savaged by the critics, “Trump” relied on relatively strong numbers among its core demographics: poorly educated whites (ages 50-105), white evangelicals (ages 45-Rapture) and racists and xenophobes of all ages.

“Roseanne” was a re-boot of Ms. Barr’s popular blue-collar family sitcom, which ran from 1988 to 1997. “Trump” was the unlikely spinoff of “The Apprentice”, the NBC reality competition series in which Donald Trump played a business mogul who knew how to run a successful organization.

2-200Trump became famous for whittling down the contestants by firing one of them at the end of every episode. “You’re fired” became its host’s trademark line.

Now, ironically, “Tump” has been fired by USA.

Unlike the format of “The Apprentice”, which required its host to project an image of an executive endowed with high business acumen, core competency, wisdom and intelligence, “Trump” turned that model on its head. In “Trump”, Donald Trump’s petty, vulgar and narcissistic “President Trump” character lurched from one chaotic episode after another, displaying none of the admirable executive qualities he’d shown in NBC’s long-running reality series.

gettyimages-617806568Though Trump still fired one or more employees at the end of every episode, the “Trump” series format was confused and convoluted — made even more so by a drawn-out subplot in which Trump was investigated for various sinister activities ranging from money laundering and paying hush-money to porn stars and Playboy bunnies to conspiring with Russian agents to steal the 2016 election. Though these plot twists made headlines, they failed to lift his sagging ratings beyond his core demo of greedy sociopaths, hypocritical self-styled Evangelicals and angry, aggrieved white people.

Trumpy 2In a statement announcing the cancellation, USA noted that “’Trump’ was never a ratings winner, but we hoped that it would improve over time and widen its appeal to a larger, more inclusive audience. It failed to do so.” Left unspoken but resoundingly clear in USA’s statement was the fact that “Trump” attracted a negligible audience among blacks, Latinos, and other minorities – nor was it a hit with large majorities of women, educated whites and religious people with a moral conscience.

trump-cabinet-insiders-outsiders-millionaires-1480717606838-facebookJumbo-v2USA’s statement went on to say that, “Over its less than two-year run, “Trump” presented an increasingly skeptical public with a revolving cast of ever more bizarre characters and outrageous plot lines that defied credulity and provoked confusion and disgust among the wider audience we had hoped the series might someday attract.”

USA insiders say that the final nail in the “Trump” coffin may have been driven in by its titular star’s recent Tweet wishing Americans a “Happy Memorial Day!”

Said one USA executive who spoke on background, “That ham-handed, insulting Tweet represents the kind of lousy writing, poor editorial judgment, low character, and hostility toward American norms of decency, dignity and honesty that ultimately doomed “Trump”.

For some inexplicable reason, USA plans to run the remaining episodes of “Trump” until the mid-term elections in November 2018.

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40 Fabulous Travel Tips

Has school really started already? Can’t we squeeze in one more trip—even if it’s just a long weekend? Sigh. It’s a good thing that it’s never too early to start planning the next adventure. These forty fabulous tips should make it easier to create the best trip ever.

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1. Thinking about visiting a US national park? You won’t find a better site for information than this!

2. Traveling outside the US? The US State Department checklist is a smart place to start.

3. Want to familiarize yourself with the local language before you arrive? Here are some great language websites that offer free or low cost language study. Duolingo is my favorite free one!

4. So which travel site gives you the best deals? Here’s a quick rundown.

5. Do you know when your passport REALLY expires? If you’re traveling internationally, this is the most important link to click on in this entire blog.

6. This CDC site makes it easy to know which vaccines you’ll want or need before traveling to another country.

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7. Do you have your eye on a particular destination, or are you always on the lookout for great deals to visit the grandparents?  AirfareWatchDog let’s you put in your locations and they email you when a great deal pops up.

8. Here’s the scientific answer for when to book the cheapest airfare, whether you’re flying domestic or international destinations.

9. Fun fact. Type “everywhere” in the destination box at Google Flights and see what pops up for your next trip idea. Don’t you love surprises?

10. This takes a little more thinking ahead, but here are some crafty ways to get more miles to use for more free flights.

11. Seat Expert and Seat Guru give you a fighting chance for a better seat on a long flight.

12. Plan your next summer’s vacation around the three cheapest weeks of the summer.

13. As much fun as traveling can be, it can also be stressful. Here are 10 tips for reducing the stress.

14. You’ll find information here for planning a route that avoids the airports with the worst delays.

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15. Flight canceled? Get bumped? Know your rights!

16. WHOOHOO! You CAN cancel your flight for a full refund!

17. Lost luggage is such a drag. At the very least, you should know your traveler’s rights.

18. Avoid vacation spoilers with great packing tips.

19. Traveling with kids? Check out these easy travel tips for how to pack, go through security, and survive airport layovers.

20. Never lose a bag again with these cool tracking gizmos.

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21. Want to know what the airlines don’t want you to know? Then you’ll be thrilled to find these 10 tips–including the real value of being bumped.

22. When should you complain to an airline? And no. it’s not “all the time.”

23. Jetlag is a killer. It can shave too many days off your true vacation time. These 6 simple tricks will give you a few of those days back.

24. Worried about bedbugs in hotel? Here’s a cool gizmo for traveling that kids can even use.

25. Let’s talk about airport survival. And yes, it is possible.

26. Check out these 10 gadgets to help you sleep when you travel. Some don’t even take up much suitcase room.

27. Afraid to fly? These 10 helpful tips can reduce your anxiety.

28. Layovers require a mindset shift. You’d be surprised at where this takes you.

29. Worried about Montezuma’s revenge when traveling? Avoid these 7 foods!

30. It’s not just about what you shouldn’t eat. Here are 7 foods you should eat before flying.

31. No question about it. The world is a germy place. Avoiding these 10 germiest places will keep you healthier.

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32. Vacations can be cheaper than you think. Every major city (and most small ones) have intriguing lists of free things to do.

33. Bet you never thought of this one: RV rental companies need drivers to move RVs from one rental location with lots of vehicles to another site without enough. Sometimes you can get the RV for as little as $1.00 a day. You might even get free gas!

34. Even day- or a single-overnight trip is a great way to escape. You’re probably within hours of one of these (mostly) free destinations.

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35. Just what every family needs: 5 easy tips for traveling with kids!

36. Wait! We found 5 more easy tips for traveling with kids!

37. Our favorite Pack-n-Go Girls shares her 10 best travel tips. So young and so wise.

38. And here are 30 more great tips for traveling with–or without–kids.

39. Don’t forget to capture the memories with a journal. These 10 questions to open young traveler’s minds are a perfect place to start.

40. If travel isn’t in the budget at the moment, do the next best thing and read about it. Pack-n-Go Girls take you to ThailandBrazilMexico, and Austria. In December, Pack-n-Go will take you to Australia, too!

And now for an added bonus . . .

Bloggers share their lists of 40 favorite things

To celebrate her 40th birthday, Leanna from All Done Monkey has organized a virtual party, where each blogger shares her list of 40 favorite things, plus we are giving away a big cash prize to a lucky winner! Don’t miss these creative Top 40 lists, and be sure to enter the giveaway, which is open internationally. (Thanks to the Piri-Piri Lexicon for designing this beautiful series button!)

All Done Monkey: 40 Ways to Celebrate Turning 40
The Piri-Piri Lexicon: 40 Tips for Parents of Bilingual Children
Discovering the World Through My Son’s Eyes: 40 Things to Do with Kids in Puerto Rico
Play Dough & Popsicles: 40 Paper Plate Crafts for Kids
Hispanic Mama: 40 Books for Hispanic Heritage Month
Pura Vida Moms: 40 Best Cupcake Recipes
Globe Trottin’ Kids: 40 Ways to Go Global in the Elementary Classroom
Spanglish Monkey: 40 Dishes from Around the World You Should Try
Peakle Pie: 40 Free Family Fun Things to Make and Do
Witty Hoots: 40 Amazing Books to Read Before You Get Old
MommyMaestra: 40 Ways to Have a Multicultural Homeschool
MarocMama: 40 Things to Do in Morocco You Haven’t Thought Of!
Multilingual Parenting: 40 Ways to Motivate Bilingual Children to Speak the Minority Language
Creative World of Varya: 40 Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving to China
Pack-n-Go Girls: 40 Fabulous Travel Tips

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