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Dear Readers,
This edition is near and dear to my heart. We are dealing with an important issue this quarter, colorectal cancer and how you might defend yourself against it. Prevention is key. A special thanks to Emily’s Mom - who is featured on the cover with her daddy - for writing this informative article but asked to remain anonymous.
Also, spring is here so that means Easter, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day not far behind. We hope you enjoy the history and traditions as much as we did.
Thanks for being the essential part of Parents Ink!
Best,
Jeni Tetamore Editor-in-Chief
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HELLO NUMBERS DISCOVERY PACK is a portable multisensory learning tool that reduces math anxiety by turning numbers into “friends you can count on.” Each plush number includes magnets on both sides of its “head,” allowing the creation of multiple-digit numbers, and embroidered dots on the back link the number shape to its quantity. The number characters also appear in the associated book Hello Numbers and free tablet app for iPads. The book includes 72 stickers and a decoder in the shape of Zero that allows children to create their own numbers and discover secrets on each two-page spread. The combination of book, plush and app makes this a great way to introduce children to the fun and friendly number characters!
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The last school newsletter I received had a article in it about the dangers of
video games. “I have a friend who is addicted to Minecraft,” the student author
said. “She doesn’t realize the danger.”
I recognized the student’s name and asked my daughter, “Is she talking about
you?”
“What? I don’t know. Whatever,” my
daughter said. She’d just logged onto
the Happy Hunger Games server and
wasn’t paying much attention to me.
Our Minecraft life started when we
were staying in temporary
accommodation last year during a
move. All their toys packed away, the
only thing my two daughters could
do was jump on a mossy old
trampoline or play Minecraft. They
did plenty of both. I didn’t mind. To
me, the block-based world has lots of
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potential for creativity. You can mine things, build things, farm things. You can
change the appearance of your own avatar. Using a special block called
redstone, you can build basic logic circuits. You can log onto servers and play in
virtual worlds, or record your play on video and upload it to YouTube. My girls
have done all this now. Their favorite thing for a long time was to both go on
the same server, build sets for movies like Frozen or Tangled, and role play in
them together and with other people who logged on.
Yes, there is danger. My younger one plays with older kids online, and without
doubt some of them are not children. I’ve had to set limits on what kind of
contact they have. More importantly, my girls seemed to lose interest in the
rest of life. I took my daughter to the big city and rode on the subway, and she
was like, “This is fun, but not as fun as Minecraft.”
Then, one day, she woke me up. “Yes, you can use my computer,” I told her.
She said, “Actually, can you tell me where Kaya’s hairspray is?” I sat up and
looked. She had her American Girl doll out and its hair was sticking straight out
with freshly-brushed static. Bored with Minecraft at last? I thought to myself,
Welcome back to the real world, my dear. I missed you.
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No more loose blankets
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the use of baby wearable blankets.
Clever shoulder straps
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Product warmth: Our sleep sacks for infants and toddlers are lightly quilted. They are intended to be worn over regular sleepwear. Recommended room temperature is 67-74°F. Sleeve length and thickness of baby’s sleepwear should be adjusted accordingly. Shell: 100% cotton Filling: 100% polyester Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low Made in India
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Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of
cancer deaths for men and women combined in
the United States. However, it is highly treatable
and even preventable if detected early. Regular
screenings are critical for early detection.
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Colorectal cancer is cancer in the colon or
rectum. It usually develops very slowly from
polyps on the inner lining of the large
intestine or rectum. The polyps are abnormal
growths and some (not all) are precancerous
and will develop into cancer if not removed.
Regular screenings for CRC are critical for
people aged 50 and older, even if a person
has no symptoms. Symptoms often appear
only when the disease is advanced and no
longer at a curable stage. While all people 50
and older should be screened regularly,
those younger than 50 but with other risk
factors such as heavy alcohol use, cigarette
smoking, obesity, diabetes, a diet high in fat
and red meat, and a family history of
colorectal cancer may also benefit from
being screened. A common misconception is
that colorectal cancer is a men’s disease, but
colorectal cancer is just as common in
women as it is in men. The earlier the cancer
is found, the better the chance of survival.
People diagnosed with colorectal cancer at
Stage 1 have a 94% 5-year survival rate, and
people diagnosed with stage IV (the most
advanced stage) have only an 11% 5-year
survival rate. Early detection saves lives!
Screening is key to early detection. The most
common screening strategy is colonoscopy. It
is invasive and requires people to fast and
cleanse their colon using laxatives. Only
about 1 in 3 people over age 50 in are
compliance with screening
recommendations. Stool tests are a
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noninvasive screening method, and 2 types
of tests are available. Fecal Immunochemical
Test and Fecal Occult Blood tests detect
blood from a stool sample. The Cologuard
stool DNA test detects specific DNA markers
and occult hemoglobin from a stool sample.
In a 10,000 patient clinical trial, the
Cologuard stool DNA test outperformed FIT.
Cologuard detected 92.3% of colorectal
cancers, 69.2% of high-risk pre-cancers, and
42.4% of advanced pre-cancerous lesions.
FIT found 73.8%, 46.2%, and 23.8% of
cancers, high-risk pre-cancers, and advanced
pre-cancerous lesions respectively. The
Cologuard stool DNA test had a specificity of
86.6% while the FIT had 94.9% specificity.
Since colorectal cancer often develops
slowly, repeat screenings increase the
chance that pre-cancer will be detected and
eradicated before it turns into cancer.
Cologuard was first available in 2014, and it
provides a good option for noninvasive
colorectal cancer screening.
Be sure to talk with your doctor about your
screening options for colorectal cancer.
Information about Cologuard is available at
www.exactsciences.com/solution/screening-
test and www.beseengetscreened.com.
Sources:
www.exactsciences.com/solution/screening-
test
www.beseengetscreened.com
Imperiale, T. F. et al. Multitarget stool DNA
testing for colorectal-cancer screening. N.
Engl. J. Med. 370, 1287–1297 (2014)
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The moveable feast, never landing on the same date
two years in a row, Christian churches in the West
always celebrate Easter following the first full moon
after the vernal equinox on March 21st. This means
that Easter can land as early as March 22nd and as
late as April 25th on any given year!
Given its peripatetic nature, it may be difficult for some to believe that Easter is in fact the
most important holiday in Christian tradition, celebrating the life, death, and resurrection
of Jesus Christ. However, many of its roots are grounded in rituals much older than
Christianity, so while Christians celebrate this most holy of feast days, the methods of the
feasting come from a plethora of other traditions that existed before the time of Christ.
Spring festivals are ripe with fertility symbolism and new beginnings, so it is no surprise
that Easter has a variety of these icons present in its celebration in addition to the Jewish
traditions of Passover. So, where did the Easter bunny, colored eggs, and all of our other
various customs begin?
What’s in a Name? The origins of the word “Easter” is murky at best. Some sources claim that it can be traced
back to the Teutonic goddess of spring and fertility , Eostre while other accounts state that
it is derived from the Latin term hebdomada alba, meaning “white week”, which could be
a reference to the white clothes people wore when they were baptized during ancient
times. Later, due to a mistake in translation, the term later appeared in Old High German
as esostarum, eventually becoming “Easter” in English.
However, in the true Latin-based languages such as Spanish and French, the word for
“Easter” is rooted in the term for “Passover” and derived from the Greek and Latin
Pascha or Pasch. In Spain, Easter is called Pascua while in France they have named it
Paques. As Jesus crucifixion and resurrection happened after he traveled to Jerusalem to
celebrate the Passover, or Pesach in Hebrew, this translation makes perfect sense.
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Lots of Time to Celebrate! Easter begins with the season of Lent, the 40-day period leading up to Easter Sunday, as a
time meant represent the 40 days Jesus spent alone in the wilderness before he began his
ministry. This is when many Christians often go through a time of fasting or withholding
from themselves certain enjoyments as a penance to embody the same resistance to
temptation that Jesus showed when he resisted the devil while in the desert.
The week before Easter, called Holy week, often coincides closely with the Jewish holiday
of Passover, but not always. This is the week that focuses on the Last Supper and His
crucifixion before the transition on Sunday to His resurrection. But if you that it was done
then, there’s still the whole 50-day period after called Eastertide that include the
celebration of Jesus’ ascension into heaven.
So How Did We Go From Jesus to A Colored Egg Laying Bunny? While Easter itself is primarily a Christian holiday, spring festivals have been around since
time immemorial. Those traditions all became mashed together as Christianity was
adopted within cultures and as cultures interacted and intermixed, it became one, big
soupy story that brought us the Easter Bunny!
Really, there was a legend of an egg-laying hare in Germany and this story was brought to
America by German immigrants in the 1700s called “Osterhase” or “Oschter Haws”.
However, the decoration of eggs is believed to go as far back as the 13th century while the
rite of the Easter parade has even older roots.
The egg itself is an ancient symbol of new life and is closely associated with both pagan
and Christian traditions. For ancient Christians, Easter eggs had two connotations - the
first is that they were meant to represent Jesus’ resurrection and new life, and the second
is that they were customarily forbidden during Lent, so they would be decorated to
demonstrate the end of penance and fasting and then they would be eaten as part of the
Easter celebration.
Sources:
History.com Staff. "Easter Symbols and Traditions - Holidays." HISTORY.com. A & E
Networks, 2009. Web. 18 Mar. 2015.
History.com Staff. "Easter - Holidays." HISTORY.com. A & E Networks, 2009. Web.
17 Mar. 2015.
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You are your parents greatest
accomplishment, whether they realize it or
not, and with Mother’s and Father’s Day’s
quickly approaching, it seemed appropriate
to examine how these two holidays came
into existence. Most people, even if they are
estranged from their parents, find
themselves sending a card or some kind of
remembrance on these Sundays. So, was it
just Hallmark’s way to increase their profit
margin, or was there more to it?
In truth, the tradition of honoring our
parents dates back to the ancient Romans
and Greeks where the festivals honoring the
goddesses such as Rhea, Cybele, and Magna
Mater (all earth goddesses) would also
translate into honoring their earthly
mothers. Contrarily, festivals honoring Zeus
and Jupiter (the father figures) were then
the early manifestations of Father’s Day.
However, these were not the tame fix-mom-
breakfast-in-bed or buy-dad-a-necktie events
we know and love. No. These were lion
drawn chariot accompanied by wild music
and orgies with many people thrown into jail
for disorderly conduct types of events.
I don’t think Hallmark has a card for that.
Early Christians in England then developed
what may be considered the true
grandmother to our current “Mother’s Day”.
On the fourth Sunday of Lent, they began to
celebrate “Mothering Sunday” in honor of
the Virgin Mary, the mother of Christ. By the
1600s children would then bring up gifts and
flowers for their own mother’s as a tribute
after the prayer service.
By the 19th century the custom of
Mothering Sunday had almost completely
died out only to picked up again after World
War II when American servicemen brought
their Mother’s Day custom’s back over the
pond.
The idea of an official holiday honoring
mother’s, and shortly thereafter father’s,
was first suggested by Julia Ward Howe of
“Battle Hymn of the Republic” fame. She
was an activist, writer, and poet during the
Civil War era and believed that June 2nd
should be celebrated annually as Mother’s
Day and should be dedicated to peace
because of all the loss of life.
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Except, it wasn’t really Julia Ward Howe’s
original idea, either. Fifteen years earlier,
Anna Jarvis was an Appalachian homemaker
who wanted to raise awareness of the poor
health conditions in her community and felt
that mothers would be the best advocates.
She called “Mother’s Work Day.” When Anna
died, her daughter, also named Anna, began
to lobby businessmen and politicians to
support a special day honoring mother’s.
1908 was the first year that it was publically
observed in churches in America, so Anna
handed out her mother’s favorite flower,
white carnations.
Initially, Mother’s Day was observed by
attending church, people writing letters to
their mother’s, and finally growing into
sending cards, flowers, and gifts. As its
popularity grew, and Mother’s Day became
increasingly commercialized by gift-giving
and anti-war efforts, Jarvis believed that the
original sentiment behind her vision was
being lost and actually filed a lawsuit to stop
a Mother’s Day festival, going so far as to be
arrested at a convention selling carnation for
a war mother’s group. Before her death,
Jarvis admitted that she regretted ever
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beginning the mother’s day tradition. However, by 1911
Mother’s Day was celebrated in almost every state in the Union
and on May 8, 1914 President Woodrow Wilson signed a Joint
Resolution designating the second Sunday in May as Mother’s
Day.
Mother’s Day is celebrated around in the world, although the
dates and traditions vary. While most countries seem to
celebrate some time in May, countries like Spain celebrate in
December where they celebrate not only their own mother but
also the Virgin Mary. Most countries also take the time to
celebrate not only their mother, but also their
grandmother and the women who have been like
mother’s. If you are in the mood for a special treat,
try the English Mothering Cake or Simnel Cake,
which is a rich almond cake traditionally eaten for
Mother’s day!
But mom’s didn’t become that way on their own!
What about the dads? This is exactly what Sonora
Smart Dodd was thinking while she listened to a
Mother’s Day sermon at her church in Washington
state in 1909. And she was right to think this as her
father was an exceptional man. William Smart was
a Civil War veteran, a widower who raised six
children by himself after his wife died in childbirth having their
sixth, all while managing their small farm in Washington. She
suggested June 5th as the day for the celebration as the was
the anniversary of his death, but there was a mix up in the
planning so the celebration in Spokane, Washington was
postponed until the third Sunday of June.
Or perhaps you prefer believing that it began in 1908 in
Fairmont West Virginia when Grace Gold Clayton suggested
that they hold services in the local Methodist church to
celebrate father’s after a mine explosion killed 361 men?
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It took far longer for Father’s Day to become
an nationally recognized holiday, but it came
without all the angst. While Anna Jarvis was
active in campaigning first for Mother’s Day
to become a holiday, and then its strongest
opponent ultimately dying destitute and
mad in an asylum, there was no single
person advocating for Father’s Day to
become its own national holiday. However,
the unofficial support with local celebrations
began almost immediately.
In 1942 President Calvin Coolidge was the
first to recommend Father’s Day be
recognized on a national level, but no official
action was ever taken. Then in 1966
President Lyndon B. Johnson, through an
executive order, designated the third Sunday
in June as the official observance of Father’s
Day, but it still wasn’t until 1972, during the
Nixon administration, when Father’s Day
became an officially recognized national
holiday.
Other countries soon followed suit, but
unlike Mother’s Day where most seem to
celebrate in May, Father’s Day is observed all
over the calendar year depending where you
are on the globe. Iran, Bolivia, Honduras,
Italy, Lichtenstein, Portugal, and Spain all
celebrate in March while Luxembourg,
Estonia, Finland, Norway, Sweden, and
Thailand all celebrate between September,
October, November and December. In fact,
the only months that don’t have a Father’s
Day observed somewhere in the world are
January, February, and April!
However, Father’s Day is still somewhat
shortchanged. According to research
conducted in 2009 by the National Retail
Federation, the average individual consumer
only spent an average of $90.89 on dad
while they dropped about $126.90 on mom!
The reason being is because dad is generally
happy with a tie or a new drill while kids
seemed compelled to buy mom jewelry, a
trip to the spa, or a fancy dinner.
So, this year, take some time to think about
how the originators had meant for them to
be celebrated and think of new ways to
honor your mom and dad!
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How Sleep’n Sync is Revolutionary
Mission
To help children excel when facing challenges and improve their functional skills and their wellbeing
Sleep’n Sync’s objective is to help the child achieve their goals fast. It does this through an audio designed to help the
child with the specific issue being addressed, which is played at night, as the child sleeps, every day for six weeks. Sleep’n Sync uses the power of the mind and empowers the natural motivation in children to do well. It does this by integrating to the audio positive suggestions and messages that reach the subconscious mind of the child at a highly receptive state: sleep. Non-Invasive
Non-confrontational: with Sleep’n Sync there is no need for negotiating or convincing the child to do the program every day, no need to use their valuable fun time for it.
Easy to use: the program’s implementation does not affect your child’s schedule, it is at night during sleep time, no need to set time from the child’s busy day for this. Program the alarm with Sleep’n Sync’s audio at a time the child is asleep, and set it to repeat every night.
Based on extensive scientific research and best practices: each Program is designed based on extensive scientific research and best practices, so that the messages and recommendations contained in the program are effective and to the point of the specific goal of the program.
Sleep’n Sync uses: Principles of hypnotherapy by designing the necessary messages the child needs in the form
of positive suggestions tailored to be easily absorbed by the subconscious mind of the child.
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Sleep, as it provides a highly receptive state of the subconscious mind. The subconscious mind is always awake and receptive, however this receptivity is increased when the conscious mind does not interfere/ is resting/cooled down, as it occurs during sleep. In addition, sleep is a time when the outside input is minimized, and the information received during the awake time is sorted, organized, evaluated, linked with other memories, and stored or discarded according to its relevance. Sleep’n Sync takes advantage of sleep as a natural receptive state for its messages to effectively be absorbed by the subconscious mind, and the natural function of sleep in building and solidifying brain connections, and its natural role as self-therapy since it processes and links negative feelings and experiences with positive feelings and previous experiences, diminishing their overall negative effect (Rock )
Neuroplasticity: which is the changing of the strength of neural connections, the adding or removing of connections or the adding of new cells. Thinking, learning and acting actually changes the structure and functional organization of the brain. (Christiansen & Baum, 2005).
Principles of neuroplasticity: The brains ability to act and react is ever-changing. It is constantly laying down new pathways for neural communication and to re-arrange existing ones. The changing of neurons, the organization of their networks, and their function changes via new experiences
Repetition: It is well known that repetition wires the brain. It is repetition that allows a person’s brain to establish the necessary connections or synapses between the brain cells. Learning occurs right where neurons meet. Without these connections, the brain cells are useless. It is known that what wires a person’s brain is repeated experience, and without it, key synapses do not form. And if such connections, once formed are used too seldom to be strengthened and reinforced, the brain eventually eliminates them. Therefore, repetition of the desired messages in the suggestions in Sleep’n Sync audios is a key element for the effectiveness of the message incorporation into the subconscious mind of the child.
Binaural Beats in the background music: Optional. Binaural beats work by sending two different tones to each ear. The frequency difference between the tones is created by the brain as a “binaural beat”. With this technology, one can take the mind into a relaxed and receptive state, allowing easier connections between the brain cells. This is optional since sleep is already a receptive state for the messages to be absorbed, however its use can help.
Connecting the subconscious mind with the conscious mind: This is what Sleep’n Sync’s audios facilitate, so that when the child is awake, he/she has the self confidence, skills and tools to use in order to get his/her desired goals.
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<-- Marc by Marc Jacobs Tote Gorgeous nylon note in the perfect spring color features comfy shoulder-friendly handles and an inside zip pocket. With exterior side pockets perfect for phone and keys, this is the kind of bag that a busy mom will appreciate for its versatility and chic casual style suitable for any occasion.
$198 www.marcjacobs.com
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<-- Homemade Gin Kit A great gift containing dried juniper berries, two Italian glass bottles, a funnel, and a strainer as well as the secret blend of spices and flowers (okay, we’ll tell you the secret - lavender, green cardamom, and sandalwood). Pour the juniper berries into a good bottle of vodka, tap your foot impatiently for 24 hours, add everything else, and pace for another 12 hours, strain, and you’ve got yourself a gorgeous, flavorful amber gin you made yourself!
$50.00 www.homemadegin.com
American Steerhide iPad Case -->
Orvis’ Colonel Littleton is lush and manly, perfect for the dad who
loves his technology and is tired of the too modern look of most iPad
cases. This is made from 100% Tennessee tanned steerhide and
features a snap closure mode from a vintage WWII 45 ACP holsters. It is
compatible with first, second, and third-generation iPads
$159 www.orvis.com
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Personalized Family Rules Doormat Welcome your guests with your family name (up to 12 characters). Comes in blue, cream, burgundy, or green, and features a non-slip rubber backing. Fun and encouraging words to live by.
$24.99 http://www.gifts.com/product/personalized-family-rules-doormat
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Natural, Wearable Candles Mom will love to relax first to the flickering candle, then taking the warm wax and using it as a moisturizer. These candles are made from natural fragrances so they nourish the mind and body. A wholly enjoyable experience!
$26 www.dailygrommet.com
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<-- Heated Shaving System Just put in your existing can of gel or lather and when the light indicates it’s ready, the dad in your life will enjoy the wonders and joys of a true hot shave. Using warm gel/lather means he’ll experience less friction on his face, leading to less razor burn and irritation. Believe me, he’ll love it!
$29.95 www.firststreetonline.com/Healthy+Living/Personal+Care/d+Shaving+System.axd?cid=464
The Tactical Apron Totally over the top fun for the dad who takes his grilling very seriously! Complete with pouches for spices and spatula and tongs, you will never lose the tools of your trade. Plus you are protected from splattering grease and hot coals while wrapped in the all cotton outer layer.
$35 http://gizmodo.com/a-tactical-apron-for-chefs-who-take-their-bbq-very-seri-509330400
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VW Camper Van Toaster Generally getting appliances for Mother’s or Father’s Day could lead to being perpetually grounded, but we think you’ll be forgiven if you bring this because how fantastic is it that this VW toast your bread for breakfast? This icon is fun and kitschy and perfect for the collector of oddities.
$72 http://www.dudeiwantthat.com/household/kitchen/vw-camper-van-toaster.asp
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<-- Light Saber Keys Get a set of 4 for the Star Wars ® fan in your life. They can be cut to size for cars and home. How fun is that?
$19
http://shop.guitarshapedkeys.com/2-pcs-Red-and-Blue-Light-Saber-Space-Keys-1-pair-Red-Blue-Light-Saber-Keys.htm
Rainy Pot --> A flower pot that captures the form
and function of nature in a fun design that will nourish your plants
evenly as they would be in the wild.
$30 www.dailylifelab.com/xe/Rainy_Pot
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Water Filter for Safe Drinking Water This is an individual water purifier that enables families to treat their drinking water in the comfort of their own home. Most water is highly contaminated with germs and parasites that sicken the drinkers, so this would remove most of those, reducing harmful bacteria by up 99%. Additionally, you would be helping the local economy because these filters are made in a nearby village, so your gift benefits far more than just the family to whom the filter will be sent!
$49 http://globalgiftguide.worldconcern.org/category/food-water/water-filter
What do you get the parent that already has everything? Maybe they would enjoy knowing that they helped another family! Consider giving a gift in your mother or father’s name this year...
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Two Soccer Balls --> Play is so important for all children.
This gift supplies soccer ball, uniforms, and cleats to children who live in
extreme poverty. How awesome is it to give the gift of sport?
$16 http://
globalgiftguide.worldconcern.org/category/education/soccer-ball
<-- Give a Goat They say if you teach a man to fish you feed him for life, well, give a girl a goat and you will educate her, feed her, clothe her, and house her. Rosemena has sold 21 offspring, which is enough to pay for high school and college. They can sell the milk as well. This is truly the gift that keeps on giving!
$43 http://globalgiftguide.worldconcern.org/category/animals/one-goat
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