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Monday, December 17, 2012

Sunday, December 16, 2012

One thing that's easily overlooked in this whole tragedy is the first-responders. Can you imagine the policemen that had to walk into that school and witness the slain children? I cry every time I start to imagine it, and then try to stop imagining it. I can't even fathom what those brave men and women have witnessed.

Let's be sure to Appreciate the brave men and women of our police force and remember that they are human beings like the rest of us.

Yes Lord - as well as the EMTs & firefighters - <3

THANK YOU!

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Twas' 11 days before Christmas, around 9:38

when 20 beautiful children stormed through heaven's gate.

Their smiles were contagious, their laughter filled the air.

They could hardly believe all the beauty they saw there.

They were filled with such joy, they didn't know what to say.

They remembered nothing of what had happened earlier that day.

"Where are we?" asked a little girl, as quiet as a mouse.

"This is heaven." declared a small boy.

"We're spending Christmas at God's house."

When what to their wondering eyes did appear,

but Jesus, their savior, the children gathered near.

He looked at them and smiled, and they smiled just the same.

Then He opened His arms and He called them by name.

And in that moment was joy, that only heaven can bring

those children all flew into the arms of their King.

And as they lingered in the warmth of His embrace,

one small girl turned and looked at Jesus' face.

And as if He could read all the questions she had

He gently whispered to her, "I'll take care of mom and dad."

Then He looked down on earth, the world far below

He saw all of the hurt, the sorrow, and woe.

Then He closed His eyes and He outstretched His hand,

"Let My power and presence re-enter this land!"

"May this country be delivered from the hands of fools"

"I'm taking back my nation. I'm taking back my schools!"

Then He and the children stood up without a sound.

"Come now my children, let me show you around."

Excitement filled the space, some skipped and some ran.

All displaying enthusiasm that only a small child can.

And i heard Him proclaim as He walked out of sight,

"In the midst of this darkness, I AM STILL THE LIGHT."

Written by Cameo Smith, Mt. Wolf, PA (my hometown)

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Saturday, December 15, 2012

10 ways to empty your flex-spending account

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Taken from Charlotte Observer - January 3, 2012 - by Anya Martin

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Review your receipts - more health purchases and medicines than you know may be covered
Call for documentation if it's needed - FSA information may be online to help figure out what is covered
Restock the first-aid kit - a doctor can write you a letter of necessity so that this can be covered
Invest in a blood-pressure monitor
Buy glasses, contacts or hearing aid batteries or a phone for the hearing impaired - along with an appointment
Breathe easier - allergy medicine or air filters
See the dentist - but be aware that teeth whitening and other cosmetic dental procedures are not eligible FSA expenses
Get a flu shot
Prioritize wellness - health clubs and gym memberships are not included but a weight loss but a weight-loss program, a pedometer or home exercise equipment are with a doctor's letter of medical necessity. Smoking-cessation programs or a massage if it's prescribed to alleviate muscle strain may also be approved
Don't forget mileage