Dear Readers, I am Miss C, author of the new column ‘Ask Me, Miss C!’ I hope to hear from you, as I am now accepting your letters and questions to discuss. Just don’t ask me any math questions. You may submit your letters to the West Bend News with attention to me, Miss C…
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Local writers and stories
Simple Gestures Provide Healing Power
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Have you ever considered how powerful a hug, a handshake, a pat on the back, a wave, a smile, or other simple gesture can be? We especially realize the importance of such gestures when they are missing. Perhaps someone is in a hurry and forgets to look back and…
Dear Miss C… Grieving in Ohio
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Dear Miss C… About 2 months ago, I lost my husband. The amazing part was the blessing of having my family and friends surround me with support just when I needed it most. They helped me make arrangements, take care of details, listen to me blubber, and were there to share the joy of remembering…
Be Cautious Around Sweet Attractions
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Nearly everyone loves me. This may sound conceited, but it’s a fact. People become addicted to me—literally. When they see me, they just can’t get enough. I’m very popular. My secret is my versatility. I change my appearance all the time. Therefore, I’m always attracting new friends and convincing…
Fall Weather Conditions Great for Beginning Runners
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Have you ever thought about taking up running? If so, now is the perfect time. Fall provides the best weather conditions for running. Cooler temperatures and lower humidity give runners a much needed break from the heat and humidity of summer. In hot weather, runners become sluggish and require…
Laughatosis: The Bug Everyone Should Catch
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck I’m not one to wish ill will on other people, but I feel like everyone ought to experience laughatosis on a frequent basis. According to my seven-year-old daughter, laughatosis is a serious condition with no known cure. Victims experience sudden bursts of uncontrollable laughter, which can last for various…
Handwashing: The Number One At-Home Germ Prevention
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck While people catch the common cold and other viruses throughout the year, back-to-school days and colder weather bring more sniffles, coughs, and scratchy throats than any other time of the year. This is also the time of year when the running debate about the efficacy and dangers of vaccines…
Medication & Its Outrageous Costs Explained
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Nearly everybody faces the cost obstacle when it comes to medication. Prescription medication is often exorbitantly priced, especially brand name drugs. Overall prescription drug spending rose 3.2% to nearly $330 billion in 2013. As spending continues to increase, so does the number of Americans who cannot afford their medications…
September Marks ITP Awareness Month
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck September marks ITP awareness month, a perfect time to introduce this rare disorder and support its sufferers. ITP stands for Immune Thrombocytopenia Purpura, a rare bleeding disorder. A person with ITP has an overactive immune system that attacks and destroys its own platelets. Oftentimes, the spleen is the biggest…
Macronutrients: Three Key Elements to Healthy Eating
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Countless diets have tried to upset the dietary balance in order to achieve weight loss. Certain diets suggest lowering carbohydrates to unhealthy levels. Others claim you should significantly reduce fat intake. Still others promote the elimination of an entire food group. A multitude of diets exist for you to…
Suicide: The Proverbial Elephant in the Room
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The Nuturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Recently, headlines shocked millions of people by announcing the death of Robin Williams. Perhaps most startling is the way he died. Suicide forces those left behind to deal with complex emotions, including confusion, anger, sadness, and guilt. Suicide grief can last for years with no resolution. Suicide has long…
Curb the Soda Addiction
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Soda is one of America’s favorite beverages. This is because both sugar and caffeine have addictive qualities. Furthermore, it’s within reach everywhere we turn. We find soda at amusement parks, concerts, sports events, movie theaters, vending machines, checkout counters, and many other places. Two of the top beverage companies…
James Garner, My Hero
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By: Stan Jordan James Garner was born in Norman, OK in 1928. His real name was James Bumgarner. There were three children in the family. He was the youngest. One of his brothers, Jack, was a movie actor in later life. The other brother, Charles, was in the education field. Jim’s mother died when he…
