Easter is a Christian holiday that like most is mixed with ‘pagan’ ritual and celebration. Pagan rituals were adapted around important Christian celebrations. Even the word Easter comes from the Anglo-Saxon goddess of spring, “Eostre.” Today, Christians celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter, but most Americans also celebrate the spirit of spring and renewal. ... Read more
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Tracy Beckerman is Cool In Suburbia. Our Hot-MAMA this month is bringing funny to the burbs. Her popular blog, syndicated humor column and latest book, “Lost in Suburbia” is for “any mom who is trying to hold onto just a bit of her former COOL pre-mom self.” A sense of humor helps all moms keep ...

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Holy Toledo – we are talking about God, gays, guns and our dysfunctional government, oh my! Grab some coffee and join us for kitchen table talk – click here to listen to today’s RADIO show. – Deb & Michelle

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When the honeymoon is over and the day-to-day grind of real life begins, it takes a lot of hard work to create a healthy, happy…more perfect…union. Whether we are talking about the state of our country or the state of our own marriage and family, the message is the same. We need to take time ... Read more

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VIDEO: “With Freedom Comes Responsibility”
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MOUTHS WIDE OPEN: Supreme Court Upholds Free Speech March 3, 2011
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AMAZING RACE: President Announces Education Winners August 25, 2010
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LABOR PAINS: Labor Union Protests in Wisconsin August 9, 2011
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DOUBLE MEANING: Celebrate Easter and Spring April 1, 2014
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HA – totally agree! Sounds like you have the best kind of LOVE. xox