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I was thinking after I posted that this was probably true—it feels like I’m on Cortland all the time, but my personal driving patterns never bring me there at rush hour. May get worse too with Armitage (east of Racine) being resurfaced soon. My best east to west hack at rush hour is taking Altgeld as much of the way as possible (as an alternative to Fullerton, Wrightwood, or Diversey) but not sure it saves much time overall as it can get backed up where it intersects with Ashland and you end up -
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Catholics and the Pope have been calling for a ceasefire very clearly: “More than 2,500 Catholic bishops, priests, women religious, academics, laypeople and Catholic groups have called for a cease-fire in Gaza in a letter to U.S. President Joe Biden and other world leaders. "We continue to plead for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza and adherence to international law by all parties," they wrote, citing the calls of Pope Francis and the U.S. Conference of Cathol -
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This might work at sports camps in college dorms, which in general aren't strict about the electronics. Most camps are in tents with wooden floors and no outlets. Not sure how this would work. A lot of parents are too nervous to send their kids to camp because of this. If you are one of them, you don't have to send your kid. The thing I like most about camp is that they are totally unplugged.
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Juggling picky eating during family travels requires creativity, preparation, and a dash of flexibility. By understanding the reasons behind picky eating while on the road, at the airport, or overseas, and implementing practical tips, you can transform mealtime into an opportunity for nutritional exploration. As a dietitian, my emphasis is on creating lasting memories of nourishing adventures for your child, ensuring they receive the nutrients their growing bodies need....
Traveling with children can be fun, exciting and challenging and traveling with a child with a special needs child adds a whole new dynamic. And yes, there are moments when I look at my husband and wonder, “Why did we sign up for this? Are we crazy?” and then we remember, we are turning therapeutic moments into valuable experiences and making lifelong memories....
