I used to wish that I knew someone that was both famous and a Lupus patient so that they could shine a spotlight on Lupus Awareness in a way that I cannot. On Tuesday May 3rd, Toni Braxton will show her true strength and courage on an all new “Braxton Family Values” , as she reveals to her fam
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I was fortunate enough to see this on opening day with a friend. It is based upon the final book in the Harry Potter series, but due to the length of the story, this film only covers the first portion of the book. Part 2 will be released in theatres July 2011. I saw the regular version rather than
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There are a plethora of new shows which debuted during prime time on network television in September, over 20 of them in fact. Unfortunately, I stopped watching the networks this summer because I don't care for repeats or reality shows, so I missed the promos that advertised the beginning of the CW
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One of the most perplexing yet entertaining television shows has come to an end. Season Six was relatively brief, just 16 episodes, but it packed a wallop, and the two and a half hour conclusion which aired on May 23 was polarizing. But now that the survivors of Oceanic Airlines flight 815 have co
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I don't quite fit the definition of a "Twihard", a person completely obsessed with all things "Twilight", but I have read all the books and have seen the first two movies multiple times apiece. "Eclipse" is the third film in the series so far. I saw it at the theatre with a friend and her mom the da
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By now you've probably seen the promos on ABC for the return of the fifth season of "LOST" airing January 21st. Season 4 was cut short by the writer's strike, and it has been eight months since the show last aired. If you want to refresh your memory before jumping into the new season, check out the
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I was recently blessed to be in Pennsylvania, visiting two wonderful spoonie friends of mine. We'd had a very long and busy day sightseeing around Hershey Chocolate World, followed by a wonderful family dinner with Rose's family and were totally beat! So we did what all responsible "spoonies" should
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It would seem the writer's strike has limited the amount of new programming offered this fall. Either that, or I have just gotten pickier about what I will view. Either way, this year, I only found three shows I wanted to test drive. Here are my thoughts so far: 1. "Fringe", Fox, Tuesdays. This on
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How does one deal with the unexpected and the obstacles that at first seem to be insurmountable? How does one view the world after one nearly loses it? Who comes to our aid, and who stays away? These and other questions are addressed in "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly". This film is based on the
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I am sure when you read the title of this article you thought, “Bollywood”? What is that, a typo? Or I am in brain fog? But do not worry, you read correctly. The Indian (aka Hindi) Film Industry is more commonly known as “Bollywood.” Many of the big film production companies are based in Mum
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January is the perfect time to honor the people who help others through the simple act of giving blood. If you can't give blood due to medical reasons, you can use this time to encourage friends and family to donate, or even help at a local blood drive. Since 1970, January ...
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Do you have a profile picture, icon, or "avatar" that you use on facebook or twitter, etc. Support I'm a Spoonie! add a #spoonie twibbon to your avatar now! People have seen others on facebook and twitter with the spoon on their pics and it is SO easy to do! ...
Shop and help support this site at the same time!! With the holidays and christmas shopping.....Just a reminder that if you shop through amazon.com please shop/click using this link: The banner has a code in it that tracks the purchases and makes butyoudontlooksick.com a small percentage of the total sale. This helps us run ...
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There are two main types of Diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. Type 2 Diabetes is the most common form with millions of Americans diagnosed, and many more are unaware they are at high risk. In type 2 Diabetes, either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore ...
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Before I even get started with this article, let me state for the record, that for those who have been approved for shor...