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Like Father, Like Child
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Father’s Day celebrates the special bond between fathers and their families. Every dad is a celebrity in his child’s eyes, of course, but in some families fame and fatherhood go hand in hand.
A Short History of Flag Day
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Is This Thing On? Spring into Your Calendar!
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- Written by Abby Stokes Abby Stokes
I know that old habits die hard, but sometimes it’s worth the trouble to let the old be replaced by the new. The calendar app on your smartphone and tablet is one of these worthwhile temptations.
Tips for a Fun, Safe Summer
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Summer is a time for playground fun, camping, boating, swimming, biking, and other outdoor activities.
Mother’s Day Has a Long History of Love
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Fragments of History: ‘It’s All in Your Head!” – A Brief History of the Brain
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- Written by Victor Parachin Victor Parachin
Sometime during the Neolithic or Stone Age (6000–2000 BCE), a girl who suffered from epilepsy, migraines, depression, or a mental illness was treated by someone skilled in trepanation.
Easter Eggs around the World
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Eggs were colored, blessed, exchanged, and eaten as part of the rites of spring long before Christian times.
From the Office of Aging: ‘Age Out Loud’ During Older Americans Month
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- Written by Jacqueline Burch Jacqueline Burch
When Older Americans Month was established in 1963, only 17 million living Americans had reached their 65th birthday. About a third of older Americans lived in poverty, and there were few programs to meet their needs.
Savvy Senior: Golf Gadgets that Can Help Older Golfers
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
Do you know of any golfing gadgets or equipment that can help older golfers? My dad loves to play golf, but arthritis in his hands makes gripping the club difficult.