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Mastectomies are breast-removal surgeries used to treat breast cancer. For many patients, it’s followed by breast reconstruction surgery. [1] However, some skip the second procedure and “go flat”. That’s what Shay Sharpe decided at age 36 during her second round of breast cancer. During her first bout at age 26, she underwent a double mastectomy […]
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It was a normal family day out on the beach for a teenager in Florida when things took a sudden turn for the worse as a shark attack ensued. A shark measuring 9 ft. in length bit into Addison Bethea’s right leg. Later on while recovering at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, in an interview with CNN, […]
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Large families tend to be very distracting for the parents. Not only do they have to worry about getting their kids to school on time, help with homework and maintain a good worth ethic. They have the added weight of having to keep their home clean. Many children create a lot of mess, and this […]
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For many, it’s no secret that society can be highly critical—based on looks, skin color, sexual orientation, and even physical ability. However, even in the face of adversity, people still manage to live full and happy lives. One such example is Alex Dacy and her partner, Noah. Sharing an Invaluable Story Alex Dacy was born […]
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Love is often described as an unbreakable bond, transcending even the boundaries of life and death. Dr. Margaret McCollum’s remarkable story is a testament to love’s enduring power. For 20 years, she has visited a London underground train station daily, longing to hear the voice of her late husband, Oswald Laurence. The Love Story That […]
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So many people around the world have fears of flying. The idea of the plane malfunctioning and falling through the clouds towards the ground, or worse, the ocean is too terrible to bear. Did you know that Ricky Nelson died in a plane crash? Probably. But, did you know that he saved his twin boys’ […]
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Sophia Loren and her beloved husband, Carlo Ponti, defied doctors’ expectations and were blessed with two children. Their enduring marriage spanned four decades, only concluding with his passing. In a candid September 2019 interview, Loren reminisced about her romance with Ponti. When questioned about the secret to their lasting relationship, she simply stated, “There was […]
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For most people, learning their child was born with a disability can be scary or even heartbreaking. However, many people born with these challenges are often determined to overcome them. Furthermore, it shows others that they can still live a quality life. As was the case with Lisa Newtop. A mom with Down Syndrome who […]
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The wedding dress, traditionally a centerpiece of the ceremony, commands significant attention and meticulous care from both the bride and her designer. Weddings hold a profound significance, uniting different families into one harmonious union. In influential spheres, weddings occasionally culminate in alliances between kingdoms or corporations, thus, the wedding dress takes on added importance. Symbolizing […]
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In a society often obsessed with youth and beauty, an inspiring woman named Colleen Heidemann is redefining age and breaking stereotypes in the fashion industry, and defying ageism. At the age of 74, she became a renowned model and influencer, challenging the notion that fashion is limited to a certain age group. Redefining Age: The […]
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Sadly, death is an inevitable part of life. Yet somehow, knowing that doesn’t make the subject any easier for most people to deal with. However, with enough luck, we’ll all meet people throughout our lives who help alleviate the sting of loss. Although widower Paul Callahan has lost his wife, he’s been very fortunate in […]
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Imagine enduring the trials of the Great Depression, World War II, and the Civil Rights Movement, only to witness the historic moment of the first African-American president of the USA, President Obama, sending you a signed commendation in 2010! This marriage saw it all. Meet the extraordinary couple, Zelmyra and Herbert Fisher, who etched their […]
