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The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World

Can you see the hidden Mickey in the ceiling of this Epcot store? The last of my books about Disney World, “The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World,” is for the park’s devotees. Its subtitle is, “Over 600 secrets of the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom,” and author Susan Veness makes good on that promise. If you’re a fan of Disney World, not just of its rides but of its whole experience, this is the book for you. If you’ve been to the park so many times that now you’re starting to notice all of its … Continue reading →

Parents in Technology Careers More Likely to Have Autistic Children

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Some studies have found that parents who have certain types of careers are more likely to have children that are eventually diagnosed with having an autism spectrum disorder. This does not mean that the occupation of the parent causes autism in the child. Instead, it points toward the heritability of autism. A study done by researchers from Cambridge University in England focused on students at schools in three regions in the Netherlands: Eindhoven, Haarlem, and Utrecht. Each region is similar to the other two, with one exception. Eindhoven is the technology hub in the Netherlands, and the home of several … Continue reading →

Why do I want to homeschool?

According to most reports, we live near a great school. My daughter may eventually attend that school, but I’m hoping to avoid it for a while. This has been a great topic of debate in our family, both immediate and extended. I come from a family of teachers and they value the school system. While many people think of homeschoolers as either hippies or devoutly religious, we do not really fit into either category. Why do I want to homeschool? I like spending time with my daughter and she likes spending time with me. She’s likely going to be my … Continue reading →

What’s This about the Obamas Getting a Puppy?

Barack Obama’s win was, naturally, the talk of all the news yesterday. But of course the thing that caught my ear was the focus on how the Obamas were considering getting a puppy. The Puppy Speech I’d tried to stay awake for Obama’s victory speech Tuesday night, but instead I ended up falling asleep. I guess if I would have watched it I would have heard for myself the part where he said he was going to reward his daughters’ support and patience during the campaign with a puppy. I was surprised to hear they were considering a puppy. I … Continue reading →

Enrichment Tip: Speak Out

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Having a healthy relationship takes work. No relationship among two people is without conflict. While some mates handle their differences better than others, relationship enrichment can be positive for all couples. Enriching your marriage and strengthening your bond with your mate does not necessarily take a complete make-over. If you consider yourself to be in a fairly good and healthy relationship, then there are simple measures that you can take to enhance the connection that you and your partner share. If you feel that your relationship is struggling and in need of much work, the tips in my next few … Continue reading →

Marie Osmond—Her Lips are Flapping But is Anything Coming Out?

Here we go again… Apparently, there are very few stars in Hollywood who understand that there are benefits to remaining mum on certain topics. No, discretion is not a celebrity strong point and Marie Osmond is a perfect example. The former “Dancing with the Stars” contestant has decided the world would be a better place if we all knew how she felt about the Miley Cyrus Vanity Fair picture brouhaha. Yesterday, Osmond went public blaming Miley’s dad, Billy Ray Cyrus for leaving his 15-year-old daughter alone during the photo shoot (F.Y.I. Miley’s grandmother and teacher remained with the teen when … Continue reading →

Computing Week in Review: March 10th Through March 16th

The safety of my children is a primary concern. That is why I have been busy writing about parental controls in video games. Some os these controls can be a bit tricky to set or even to find within the video games systems. So, I have been sharing step by step and screen by screen instructions, so you can take advantage of these parental controls. We have also had some interesting news to share this past week. You can catch up these articles here, in the Computing Blog week in review for March 10th through March 16th. March 10th Computing … Continue reading →

Rosacea or acne?

I’ve always had problems with acne. It never seemed to matter what I did, I still had break outs. I kept waiting for that “grown-up” stage to hit where acne wouldn’t be a problem for me. I’m still waiting. Recently a skin condition called rosacea has gained more notice and I began to wonder if this was actually the cause of my “adult acne”. So, how does it compare and what can I do about it? Rosacea is an inflammatory response that generally affects the facial skin specifically. It looks a lot like acne, with redness, swelling, bumps and small … Continue reading →

Should You Let Your Special Needs Child…gulp…Date?

If you’re like me, this topic makes you say, “Yikes.” There’s something really nerve-wracking about the idea that our special needs child might someday date. This is especially true for parents of children with cognitive disabilities such as Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, and so forth. These children can be particularly vulnerable and it’s hard to imagine them handling any kind of romantic friendship, no matter how innocent. (Let’s face it, it’s not always pleasant picturing our neuro-typical kids dating either.) Here are some tips I would offer: Don’t panic. First, recognize that often times these special adolescents don’t even … Continue reading →

Disorder of the Day (1)

Illnesses such as depression, ADHD, and anxiety and behavioral disorders are being diagnosed in increasing numbers throughout First-World countries. While there is little doubt that people are being more up-front about mental illness, is this trend a true reflection of what is really happening in the lives of everyday people? A concerning aspect in this upswing in the use of medication to “solve” these conditions, is the accompanying upswing in the profits of the pharmaceutical industry. While most people have always traditionally wanted a “magic bullet” to solve their health problems, in the area of mental health, the pharmaceutical industry … Continue reading →